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Psychologists Go to War
The work of a key group of psychologists initiated the largest program of psychological testing attempted to that date, but also provided powerful impetus for two movements: the call for immigration quotas and the sterilization of the feebleminded.
The Brains Behind Behavioral Science
A friend of mine shared this simple thought: “My ultimate goal is to change people’s behavior. Behavior change techniques are powerful enough tools. I do not need to know what the brain does.”
Bringing Sociology Back
Behavioral scientists can answer some questions better via a collaborative approach.
Why Your Lazy Colleague Gets Under Your Skin
The cubicle to your right is occupied by Joshua. Joshua’s been around a while, but you don’t understand how he still has a job.
Mad at Nate Silver About Election 2016? Why Behavioral Economics Suggests You Shouldn’t Be
The aftermath of Donald Trump’s election has led some to cast aspersions on analysts like Nate Silver, who made predictions about the election’s outcome.