Sustains engagement by adapting to changing user preferences.
May lead to user disengagement if the novelty wears off too quickly.
Hedonic Adaptation explores how individuals' decisions and perceptions are influenced by underlying psychological mechanisms. Research on this bias has revealed its role in everyday behaviours and decision-making processes. Studies often involve experiments where participants' reactions are observed to determine the bias's impact. This understanding helps designers and marketers craft more effective, user-centric experiences.
The results indicate that hedonic adaptation significantly influences decision-making by altering perception, recall, or emotional response. These findings provide valuable insights into cognitive behaviour, informing design strategies.
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Introduce novelty to maintain user interest.
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Create periodic surprises to enhance experiences.
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Test variation frequency for sustained engagement.
