Ep 15 | The Invisible Nudge: How Consent Gets Engineered in the Exam Room
Description
Have you ever walked out of a medical appointment wondering, “What just happened?” In this powerful solo episode, we explore the subtle psychological tactics, often invisible and unintentional, that shape medical decisions in the exam room. From time pressure and authority bias to fear appeals and social shaming, Alexandra unpacks how informed consent often gets engineered rather than earned.
This episode dives into:
- The original purpose of informed consent (and how it’s been lost)
- How behavioral psychology shapes patient compliance
- Real stories from mothers and patients who’ve been nudged into decisions
- Emotional reasons we say “yes” when we mean “maybe”
- Practical tools to pause, reflect, and reclaim your voice
- A vision for healthcare rooted in transparency, patience, and true autonomy
Whether you're a parent, patient, provider, or someone who's ever felt rushed or dismissed in a medical setting, this episode is your roadmap back to clarity and consent.
Resources:
Well Considered Book: Read the First Chapter Here
Download The Vaccine Perspective Spectrum Here
Search Pro-Informed Consent Provider Directory
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