The role of social norms in a model of marriage and divorce

Article Abstract:

Social norms tend to influence the search for a partner, and hence the probability of a divorce. Although in the U.S., the rate of divorce has increased at an alarming rate, it is not isolated to the U.S. alone.

United States, Models, Marriage, Divorce

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Status competition and performance in work groups

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Research is presented into the effect of an individual's status on his performance as part of a working group, with focus on whether the status is obtained by working hard or by using political means.

Performance, Work groups, Teamwork (Workplace), Observations, Social status

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Bounded rationality, social and cultural norms, and interdependence via reference groups

Article Abstract:

Research is presented into the influences affecting the ordering of human preferences, with focus on the roles of social pressure and rational thought on the decision making process.

Life style, Lifestyles, Rationalism

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