Behavioral Economics
What's it about
Ever wonder why you buy things you don't need or make choices that go against your own best interests? This summary cracks the code on your seemingly irrational decisions, revealing the hidden psychological forces that secretly guide your behavior, from your shopping habits to your financial planning. You'll discover the core principles of behavioral economics and learn how mental shortcuts, emotional biases, and social pressures influence your choices every day. Uncover the science behind why we procrastinate, misjudge risks, and value instant gratification, giving you the power to make smarter, more deliberate decisions.
Meet the author
Philip Corr is a Professor of Psychology and Behavioural Economics at City, University of London, renowned for his research on personality and its economic implications. His work, combined with Dr. Anke Plagnol’s expertise in economic psychology and well-being from her time at Cambridge and City, provides the foundation for this book. Together, they bridge the gap between psychological theory and real-world economic behavior, offering a unique and comprehensive perspective on how our minds shape financial decisions.
What's it about
Ever wonder why you buy things you don't need or make choices that go against your own best interests? This summary cracks the code on your seemingly irrational decisions, revealing the hidden psychological forces that secretly guide your behavior, from your shopping habits to your financial planning. You'll discover the core principles of behavioral economics and learn how mental shortcuts, emotional biases, and social pressures influence your choices every day. Uncover the science behind why we procrastinate, misjudge risks, and value instant gratification, giving you the power to make smarter, more deliberate decisions.
Meet the author
Philip Corr is a Professor of Psychology and Behavioural Economics at City, University of London, renowned for his research on personality and its economic implications. His work, combined with Dr. Anke Plagnol’s expertise in economic psychology and well-being from her time at Cambridge and City, provides the foundation for this book. Together, they bridge the gap between psychological theory and real-world economic behavior, offering a unique and comprehensive perspective on how our minds shape financial decisions.
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