Default nudges enhance prosocial choices without compromising autonomy or satisfaction.
The study looked at how people feel about being nudged to make certain choices. They found that when given a nudge to make more prosocial choices, people still felt in control and satisfied with their decisions. Even when told about the nudge, participants didn't feel their freedom of choice was threatened. Overall, the results suggest that nudges are not as manipulative as some may think, and policymakers should consider people's experiences when designing interventions.