behavioral science

NOUN

social psychology

Synonyms

WEAK

Skinnerian psychology Watsonian psychology behavioral psychology behavioristic psychology social anthropology sociology

Example Sentences

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This paradox struck me hard one morning about 15 years ago while I was riding my commuter train to the University of Chicago, where I work as a professor of behavioral science studying social connection.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026

The Reid Technique, as it came to be known, relies on insights from behavioral science to help police officers determine if a suspect is likely guilty, or if a witness is telling the truth.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 23, 2024

Brussels’ success reveals both a strength and a limitation of using behavioral science to guide transportation policymaking.

From Slate • Dec. 3, 2024

We use experts in behavioral science, facial coding, galvanic skin response, and other subjects and research methods as well.

From Salon • Oct. 1, 2024

Martin, 55, plays Alec Mercer, a professor of behavioral science at a fictional university.

From New York Times • Feb. 4, 2024