behavioral science
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These kinds of “nudges,” informed by behavioral science, don’t force anyone to give up social media.
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 2, 2025
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
“There certainly have been times when things are like, one-click buy, and we're not in an environment where inflation and price are so salient,” Jeff Kreisler, head of behavioral science for JPMorgan Private Bank, said.
From Salon • Oct. 17, 2024
He solves each week’s case by applying one or more behavioral science concepts — the halo effect, the Barnum effect, paradoxical persuasion.
From New York Times • Feb. 4, 2024
