Tag Archives: Social norms

The asymmetrical price of friendship

Posted on July 16, 2021 by koenfucius

(featured image: geralt via Pixabay) If you buy something from a friend, you might ask them for a discount – but if you are selling them something, would you ask them for a higher price? Humans are social animals. Our … Continue reading →

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Rules vs instincts

Posted on April 13, 2018 by koenfucius

(featured image credit: Gary J. Wood) Economic and social forces condition our behaviour in traffic – and not always for the best “Get out of my way!” If you’re a driver, this phrase has probably crossed your lips (and if not … Continue reading →

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Social norms and sexual misconduct

Posted on November 10, 2017 by koenfucius

(featured image credit: geralt) If how we behave is motivated and moderated by what is socially desirable and acceptable, how can this be squared with the unending stream of allegations of inappropriate behaviour? Social norms influence how we make choices. … Continue reading →

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