ABSTRACT
Human beings are social animals. As such, they are drawn into contact with each other and this ongoing interaction gives rise to a variety of collective arrangements ranging from dyadic relationships to societies. These associations involve a degree of interdependency such that the decisions and actions of one person can influence those of others. Because individuals may have limited knowledge of how their behavior might aversely impact other people or in some cases, they may be indifferent or even antagonistic toward others, conflicting actions may arise that can escalate and threaten individual and collective well-being. In addition, isolated actors often miss opportunities to capitalize on their insights and resources.
