A decade ago, giving money directly to those in poverty was seen as a radical idea. Today, that perception is shifting. But there are still unanswered questions about the effects of cash transfers when used at scale.
We pay dearly for our misbeliefs—with health, well-being, and opportunity.
Pediatricians stress the importance of spontaneous play for children. Behavioral scientists understand the power of routine and predictability for busy parents. Where’s the middle ground?
Failing to communicate about toilet sanitation has real implications for health and safety, especially for the millions of people in developing cities where a lack of infrastructure means toilets are often unclean and unsafe.
What is the new and growing subfield “behavioral development economics?”
A new study explores whether using behavioral principles to distribute a basic income can more effectively combat child poverty.
How behavioral science can help overcome suppressed altruism and unlock billions of dollars for the causes that matter most.
Does praise actually raise children’s self-esteem and motivation? Research shows that it depends on how we phrase our praise.
Understanding human behavior is essential for designing human-computer interfaces. But there’s more to it than that: Understanding how people interact with computer interfaces can help us understand human behavior in general.
People love “Rags to Riches” stories—those sanguine tales in which someone who grew up in poverty manages to become extremely wealthy and professionally successful.
