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Virtual Seminar: New Year, New Behaviors: The Science Behind Dysfunctional Decision-Making

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Warren Bickel, Ph.D., and Alex DiFeliceantonio, Ph.D.

Warren Bickel, Ph.D.

Virginia Tech Carilion Behavioral Health Research Professor
Director, Addiction Recovery Research Center
Director, Center for Health Behaviors Research
Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at VTC

Alexandra DiFeliceantonio, Ph.D.

Assistant Professor
Associate Director, Center for Health Behaviors Research
Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at VTC

Virtual Seminar: New Year, New Behaviors: The Science Behind Dysfunctional Decision-Making

Feb. 16, 2022

12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.

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About this Seminar

With the new year, we have opportunities to make better decisions, and many of us are thinking about resetting our lifestyles for a healthier course. Warren Bickel, Ph.D., and Alexandra DiFeliceantonio, Ph.D., will explore and explain the science behind dysfunctional decision-making, specifically food and drug consumption, and why individuals choose immediate gratification over healthier lifestyles.

Additional Details

This free event hosted by the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute is open to everyone.

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