This graph visualizes how the trials included in the meta-analysis compared the effectiveness of different treatment strategies. The width of the lines connecting each treatment reflects the number of ...

In a recent study published in Science Advances, researchers tested the effects of cognitive-behavioral therapy components on cognitive mechanisms. Study: Different components of cognitive-behavioral ...

If you’ve ever seen a TED talk, listened to Freakonomics or read a book with “ nudge” in the title, you’ve probably encountered behavioral science. Most people are naturally drawn to this science of ...

Behavioral science describes the study of human behavior through the use of systematic experimentation and observation. Behavioral scientists study when and why individuals engage in specific ...

It’s not often that a government website attracts attention because it works. But that is exactly what happened in mid-January, as word spread that Covidtests.gov was simple, effective and left users ...

In just a few years, the world has witnessed major challenges, including the disastrous impact of climate change, political polarization, economic downturns, and violent conflict, as well as a global ...

When it comes to persuasion, whether it’s convincing customers to buy a bottle of whiskey or changing hearts and minds in an election, nothing beats the power of behavioral science. The Fast Company ...

Fears of voter suppression are firmly in the minds of many Americans in the lead-up to 2020, especially following the April primary election in Wisconsin when the Supreme Court refused to allow the ...

This summer has brought another onslaught of unprecedented climate change news. From wildfires in the American West to deadly floods in Germany, it feels as though we are receiving daily reminders ...

Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a well-known neurodevelopmental disorder that affects the brain's ability ...