What Are the Tools Available to Governments to Mitigate Cycles

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Essay

What are the tools available to governments to mitigate cycles of boom and bust? Why do these tools fail?

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Definitions:

Social Interactions

The dynamic, reciprocal interactions between two or more individuals, influencing each other's behavior and social outcomes.

Cognitive Processing

The mental action or method of acquiring knowledge and understanding through thought, experience, and the senses.

Impulsivity

A trait characterized by actions taken hastily without forethought, often leading to negative outcomes.

Self-Regulation

The method through which people manage their mental processes, feelings, and actions to attain sustained objectives.