Why Agencies Need to Tap the Revolutionary Potential of Behavioral Science
Why Agencies Need to Tap the Revolutionary Potential of Behavioral Science Traditional policy tools, such as taxes, subsidies and regulations, are not always very effective in changing social behavior. Government Executive By John Kamensky, Senior Fellow, IBM Center for the Business of Government October 10, 2019 The field of behavioral science has evolved significantly over […]
Unpacking Sober October: Periodic sobriety’s supposed health benefits, explained
Unpacking Sober October: Periodic sobriety’s supposed health benefits, explained Mic By Melissa Pandika October 10, 2019 Sober October is in full swing. The more recent incarnation of the month-long sober challenge involves abstaining from alcohol for the entire month of October, often while fundraising for charity, according to Refinery 29. No worries if you missed the […]
How technology is helping to curtail drunk driving
How technology is helping to curtail drunk driving Innovation continues to improve the objective of diminishing numbers of people driving under the influence. KnowTechie by Chris Smith October 10, 2019 Drunk driving is a significant issue throughout the world. In the United States alone, individuals are killed like clockwork, for a total in excess of 10,000 lives every year. […]