A positive test result for BRCA1/2 gene mutation is a substantial risk factor for breast and ovarian cancer. However, testing is not always covered by insurance, even for high risk women. Variables affecting willingness to pay (WTP) have implications for clinic-based and direct-to-consumer...

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) warned against administering over-the-counter cough and cold medicines to children under 2. This study evaluated whether experienced parents show poorer adherence to the FDA warning, as safe experiences are predicted to reduce the impact of warnings, and...

For most homeowners, the house is not only the most important consumption good but also the dominant asset. A subjective assessment of home value is an inherent component of many household decisions, including portfolio choice, retirement planning and borrowing practices. The US Government,...

Health literacy is the ability to obtain, process, and understand basic health information needed to make appropriate health decisions and follow instructions for treatment. Financial literacy is its equivalent in the financial domain, facilitating decisions on investments, retirement, health...

Even before economic circumstances evoked dismay and uncertainty, this study examined the relative contribution of income and the concern over financial security to life satisfaction. The degree to which such concerns permeate people's daily lives could serve to evaluate the potential market for...

Before the recent recession evoked general dismay and uncertainty, this study examined the relative contribution of income and the concern over financial security to life satisfaction. The degree to which such concerns permeate people's daily lives could be part of the broader concept of wealth,...

Studies of happiness have examined the impact of demographics, personality and emotions accompanying daily activities on life satisfaction. We suggest that how people feel while contemplating aspects of their lives, including their weight, children and future prospects, is a promising yet...