Behavior, By The Numb3rs
How higher-order dependent variables advance science and practice.
Expanding the Reach of Operant Behavioral Economics in Climate Action
2 In our most recent edition of Green Behavior Analysis, we delved into the potential of operant behavioral economics as a framework for scrutinizing climate-relevant decision-making. Today’s post aims to …
Why You Might Want, But Not Choose, A Better Life
1 50 years ago, a researcher named Walter Mischel and his colleagues ran a series of experiments that are now often referred to as the Marshmallow Test. The basic premise …
Drugs Don’t Cause Addiction
Do drugs cause addiction? While this seems like a simple question that should come with a simple answer, the reality is much more complex. Of course, a person cannot become …
How do you like them apples … now versus later?
Imagine yourself in the following scenario … a generous person offers you the following choice: A small piece of chocolate (dark or milk chocolate … your choice!) in 365 days …