reciprocitydriven
Reciprocitydriven is a term used to describe systems, processes, or behaviors whose dynamics are dominated by reciprocity—the mutual exchange of goods, services, or favors. In a reciprocity-driven regime, actions are motivated by expected return, and participants respond to others’ previous behavior, creating feedback loops that reinforce cooperative patterns.
In theory, the concept draws on reciprocity in social psychology and game theory, including direct reciprocity
Applications span social interaction, organizational design, online platforms, economics, and biology. In human collaboration, reciprocity-driven norms
Key mechanisms include direct reciprocity, indirect reciprocity via reputation, and enforcement through social sanctioning or algorithmic
Limitations include dependence on trust, susceptibility to free-riding if enforcement weakens, and variability across cultures or