Principlev1

Install pre-built behavioral sequences with three to four

Install pre-built behavioral sequences with three to four links maximum for high-stress situations, since working memory capacity drops to 2-3 items under acute stress.

Why This Is a Principle

Derives from Working Memory Capacity Limit (working memory holds 3-5 items normally), Under acute stress, the prefrontal cortex degrades in (prefrontal cortex degrades under stress while subcortical remains operational), and Directed Attention as Depletable Resource (executive function as finite, depletable resource). The principle prescribes designing emergency chains with reduced link count to match stress-reduced cognitive capacity. Highly actionable and general across emergency contexts.

Source Lessons

L-1059

Emergency chains

Pre-built chains for stressful situations prevent panic-driven reactive behavior.

Connections

Derived From (3)

AxiomWorking Memory Capacity Limit AxiomDirected Attention as Depletable Resource AxiomUnder acute stress, the prefrontal cortex degrades in

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