Human Behaviour Change

From the world's leading expert in forensic cyberpsychology - a discipline that combines psychology, forensics and technology - comes a groundbreaking exploration of the impact of technology on human behaviour. The average person now checks their phone over 200 times a day. That's a serious addiction - but because we're all doing it all the time, it doesn't seem quite so scary. And, like all addicts, we have avoided thinking about the implications of the cyber effect.

A groundbreaking exploration of how cyberspace is changing the way we think, feel, and behave “A must-read for this moment in time.”—Steven D. Levitt, co-author of Freakonomics One of the best books of the year—Nature Mary Aiken, the world’s leading expert in forensic...

From one of the world’s top researchers on work and technology comes an insightful and surprising guide to protecting your skill in a world filling with AI and robots. Think of your most valuable skill, the thing you can reliably do under pressure to deliver results. How did you learn it?...

An earthquake shatters Haiti and a hurricane slices through Texas. We hear that nature runs rampant, seeking to destroy us through these 'natural disasters'. Science recounts a different story, however: disasters are not the consequence of natural causes; they are the consequence of human...

Master practical psychology to break bad habits, decode human behavior, and instantly improve your relationships. Whether you are navigating a stressful workplace or seeking self-improvement on your morning commute, this empowering guide reveals the hidden forces driving our daily actions. Stop...

Master the psychology of habit change and beat low willpower with this actionable behavioral science guide. Whether you feel stuck in an exhausting rut or simply want to optimize daily routines, understanding your own mind is deeply empowering. Listen on your morning commute to spark a curious...

Brought to you by Penguin. How does your brain decide what it’s seeing, from the physical world to other people? For decades, scientists have tried to understand how our brains work, not realising that the answer lies much closer to home than it seems. The latest research in neuroscience and...

Unlock the science of human behavior to gently transform habits and inspire lasting change. Perfect for a morning commute, this empathetic guide empowers parents, educators, and leaders to navigate complex behavioral challenges. Replace daily frustration and guesswork with structured...

"Subtly altered how I see the world." —Michelle Goldberg, New York Times “[Status and Culture] consistently posits theories I'd never previously considered that instantly feel obvious.” —Chuck Klosterman, author of The Nineties “Why are you the way that you are? Status and Culture...

Last year, US companies spent over $165 billon on training; while many training programs themselves provide valuable skills and concepts, even the best-designed programs are ineffective because the learned behaviors are not reinforced. Without reinforcement, learned information gets shuffled to the back of the mind in the "nice to know" file, never again to see the light of day. This book bridges the canyon between learning and doing by providing solid reinforcement strategies.  

A stunning approach to how individuals can not only change their lives for the better in the workplace, but also their lives away from the office, including (but not limited to) finding ways to improve one's working relationship with others, one's overall health, outlook on life, and so on. For...

Master practical Applied Behavior Analysis to inspire positive behavioral change without relying on control or coercion. Whether you are navigating complex workplace dynamics, managing a chaotic classroom, or raising children, this accessible psychology guide delivers an empowering, supportive...

In today’s frenetic, uncertain world, the “same old, same old” routines are perfect ways to go nowhere fast. What has worked for you before—professionally or personally—no longer gets results. Whether you’ve been downsized, reached the end of a long relationship, or found yourself...

Show yourself who's in charge using the original art of persuasion, backed by contemporary pop culture examples that make transforming your habits and achieving goals easy, even fun—from the New York Times bestselling author of Thank You for Arguing Rhetoric once sat at the center of elite...

A provocative exploration of how humans are wired to seek short-term success at the expense of long-term survival—an evolutionary “glitch” that explains everything from toxic workplaces to climate change “Essential reading . . . a lively, ultimately hopeful examination of how...

Random House presents the audiobook edition of Before You Know It by John Bargh, read by George Newbern and with an introduction by the author. The world’s leading expert on the unconscious mind reveals the hidden mental processes that secretly govern every aspect of our behaviour. For more...