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Solving Patient Care Challenges Using a Psychological Approach

by BEworks

2022-08-23

In this interview Dan Ariely and Ada Lê talk about the biggest psychological barriers in today’s healthcare system.

The Perils and Promises of Wearables from a Behavioral Perspective

by Kelly Peters

2021-07-15

Do wearables really work to help us make positive behavior changes?

How the Defaults Used to Drive Binge Viewing are Saving Lives

by BEworks

2021-07-14

Defaults are all around us - from Netflix to Amazon. They can also be used to in healthcare, to prevent health problems and to improve treatment success.

Solving For Overprescribed Antibiotics Using BE

by BEworks

2021-06-30

How can we use behavioral science to reduce over-prescription of antibiotics and improve doctor prescription decisions overall?

How Do We Nudge Patients to Follow Through with Appointments?

by Leigh Christopher

2021-06-21

How can we help patients make their appointments to get the care they need faster?

Five Behavioral Strategies to Shift from Reactive to Preventative Health

by Leigh Christopher, Ada Lê

2022-01-13

Drawing on insights from behavioral science, we provide 5 strategies to help us shift from reactive to preventative health practices.

The Fear Factor in Patient Healthcare Adoption

by Laura Turbay

2023-02-15

Increasing the adoption of new and proven healthcare treatments by overcoming the emotional barriers of fear and disgust.

The Future of Work: a Race Towards Social Connection

by Laura Turbay

2023-03-28

We explore ways in which workplaces can foster meaningful social connections to combat the prevalent issue of workplace loneliness.

How Can We Help People Incorporate Life and Wellness Changes into Their Treatment Plans?

by Matthias Berkes, PhD

2023-07-11

We delve into the research that explores how we can assist individuals in integrating lifestyle and wellness changes into their healthcare plans.

How Can The Healthcare System Start Taking A More Integrated Approach To Patient Care?

by Ada Lê, Erick Roat

2023-12-19

Patients are often dealing with comorbidities. How can we encourage healthcare providers to address patients’ health conditions more holistically?

How can trust be strengthened in physician-patient relationships? Why does trust matter so much?

by Erick Roat

2023-12-21

How can we improve patient-physician trust? Should our approach differ based on patient demographic?

How can the healthcare system incorporate social networks into patient care?

by Erick Roat, Ada Lê

2023-12-19

A patient’s social circle can have a strong influence on a patient’s decision making. How can we help patients incorporate these additional perspectives?

The Perils of Physician Decision Making, and How To Improve It Using Behavioral Science

by Ian Roberts, Ada Lê

2023-12-21

How can choice presentation help physicians make better treatment decisions?

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