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I incorporate computational constraints into decision theory in order to capture how cognitive limitations affect behavior. I impose an axiom of computational tractability that only rules out behaviors that are thought to be fundamentally hard. I use this framework to better understand common behavioral heuristics: if choices are tractable and consistent with the expected utility axioms, then they are observationally equivalent to forms of choice bracketing. Then I show that a computationally-constrained decisionmaker can be objectively better off if she is willing to use heuristics that would not appear rational to an outside observer. The full paper is available at https://mkcamara.github.io/ctc.pdf. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

One of the renowned industries which provides services to the community is the delivery courier services – these are businesses which facilitate the transport and delivery of documents and packages. Along with the expansion of Ecommerce, the demand for delivery courier services has also increased. Primarily, during the pandemic where community restrictions are imposed, these services are observed to have surge in demands because of the emergence of online purchasing. Delivery services have been convenient and necessary for businesses and individuals hence the said industry has been important for countries like the Philippines. The present study aims to make use and capitalize the tool Decision theory/analysis in choosing which courier in the Philippines is the much preferred by the customers. Through a preliminary survey the researchers were able to gather the most widely used courier by the customers namely: J&T Express, Lalamove and Grab Express. The results obtained from the study shows that in the Maximax Criterion the best decision was Grab Express, in the Maximin Criterion J&T Express was the best decision, in the Minimax Criterion J&T Express was the best decision, in the Hurwicz Criterion J&T Express was the best decision, and in the Equal Likelihood Criterion J&T Express was the best decision. Resulting that J&T Express was the optimal delivery courier service from the data gathered by the researchers. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The aim of this project is to develop a virtual reality tool for sensory therapies to make the experience more engaging and effective for children. Sensory therapies, which often involve prolonged periods of sitting and doing repetitive tasks, can become boring and result in decreased attention and motivation, hindering the child's progress in therapy. To address this, the virtual reality tool, called "Sensory Space Work," utilizes gaming and VR elements to hold the child's interest and keep them motivated. The tool also features a database to track the child's progress and activity, making it easier for therapists to monitor their progress. In a two-month testing phase in a hospital setting, the tool has produced positive results and is showing promise as a valuable tool for sensory therapies. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]