Resistance to change, thinking about behavior change more generally

[Matherion]

I notice that there are many assumptions and radical simplifications where it concerns behavior change.

Human behavior and the psychology from which that behavior originated are complex; there are no simple tricks or solutions (although Ted talks might easily give that impression). Basically, it's tempting to think that as a human, as a scientist, you can constructively think about why researchers do or do not adopt Open Scholarship practices/policies; but you can't (see also https://sciencer.eu/2017/08/when-wishful-thinking-kills-the-tragic-consequences-of-misplaced-faith-in-introspection/).

I think that it would be good to implement this, but since it would basically mean a rewrite of the last bit (e.g. the 'resistance to change' section, but also those preceding it), I thought it would be better to open an issue.

One general model that can be useful in exploring the relevant factors is shown here. Note that this is not a theory as much as a way to structure things you have to think about; but still useful.

Many so-called 'determinants' (psychological variables that may or may not be relevant in a given context) have been identified, as well as many methods for targeting those (see e.g. this list), and there is a protocol for developing interventions for behavior change (Intervention Mapping). Using all this theory (and then not proceeding to first producing evidence) seems a bit of a waste, maybe?

[Protohedgehog]

This is awesome, thanks @Matherion. Do you think, given the potential complexity of these revisions, and the looming deadline (ie today), that these could be integrated with the second version, when the time comes? Seems like this is important to include!

[Protohedgehog]

@Matherion Heads up! Working on version 2 of this now. Do you think it would be possible to integrate some of what you mentioned here.

[Protohedgehog]

Pinging @Matherion again about this. Any thoughts? Do you think you might have a bit of time to contribute on this still? :)