Deputy Donut Presents The Bakebook of Behavioral Governance

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Authors: Kathleen Erica Eberhardt
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Abstract

Deputy Donut offers a governance framework built from field operations rather than abstract models. The design draws on behavioral science, organizational theory, and interdisciplinary research to support decision-making under pressure. The framework treats governance as a living system shaped by uncertainty, institutional constraints, and power imbalances. The model integrates artificial intelligence as both an analytic partner and a deliberate stressor. Human judgment is tested and refined through AI-supported reflection, bias detection, and ethical stress-testing. Teams are guided through an iterative cycle that emphasizes structured pause, behavioral re-entry, and steady adaptation. The result is a practical system for navigating complexity, preserving decision integrity, and maintaining accountability in environments marked by risk, ambiguity, and rapid change. Version 2 includes a clarification regarding non-medical intent.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Leadership Behavior and Decision-Making Studies Decision-Making and Behavioral Economics Public Administration and Political Analysis

Publication details

Journal / source
Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN