A study has challenged previous theories about male strength and sexual behavior that are linked to evolutionary gender roles ...

Reviewed by Andy Smith Modern portfolio theory (MPT) and behavioral finance represent differing schools of thought that ...

We observe their behavior and we mimic that behavior. In short, we do what they do. This theory is also known as social cognitive theory. Social learning theory, developed by psychologist Albert ...

Behavioral economic theories are used to explain most everyday decisions, such as what people buy, how they manage their finances, and whether or not they make healthy lifestyle choices.

some behavioral scientists synthesize theories, concepts, and methodologies across some of these disciplines. For example, the field of behavioral economics emerges from bringing insights from ...

Two different groups of macaques have been spotted in Japan mounting sika deer. The behavior could be part of a shared ...

While many studies have looked at possible evolutionary links between men’s strength and sexual behavior, a Washington State University study included data on women with a surprising result. Women, as ...

Students in our program apply social and behavioral science theories and methodology to predict and explain health-related behaviors as well as develop and evaluate health promotion and ...

The PhD in Health Behavior is offered by the Department of Health Behavior. Health Behavior doctoral students learn to use theories and methods from the social and behavioral sciences to develop ...