Behavioral Science
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8 books in this category
Freakonomics
Steven D. Levitt
Explores economic theories applied to unconventional topics, revealing surprising insights about human behavior.
The Elephant in the Brain
Kevin Simler
Explores the hidden motives behind human behavior, arguing that much of what we do is driven by self-interest and social signaling.
Being Wrong
Kathryn Schulz
Explores the psychology of error, examining why we make mistakes and how we can learn from them.
The Honest Truth About Dishonesty
Dan Ariely
Explores the psychology of dishonesty, examining why people lie and how context influences moral behavior.
The Paradox of Choice
Barry Schwartz
Examines how too many choices can lead to anxiety and dissatisfaction, advocating for a balanced approach to decision-making.
Drunk Tank Pink
Adam Alter
Examines how environmental factors subtly influence human behavior and decision-making.
Social Cognition
Ziva Kunda
A textbook on social cognition, covering how people perceive, remember, and interpret social information.
Nudge
Richard H. Thaler
Discusses how subtle interventions (nudges) can influence decision-making and improve outcomes in public policy and personal choices.