School on zags.dev https://zags.dev/tags/school/ Recent content in School on zags.dev Hugo -- 0.145.0 en-us Sat, 14 Jun 2025 20:34:20 -0700 Addiction: Behavioral and Neural Predispositions - An Evolutionary Perspective https://zags.dev/papers/addiction-behavioral-and-neural-predispositions/ Fri, 23 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://zags.dev/papers/addiction-behavioral-and-neural-predispositions/ This paper examines addiction through an evolutionary lens, proposing that both substance and behavioral addictions reflect the interaction between evolved neural mechanisms and modern environmental contexts. Verbal and Nonverbal Communication: Pathways to Decision-Making Influence https://zags.dev/papers/verbal-nonverbal-decision-influence/ Fri, 16 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://zags.dev/papers/verbal-nonverbal-decision-influence/ This research investigates how different communication styles affect decision-making processes by shaping behavior, both consciously and subconsciously. It examines the influence of verbal and nonverbal cues such as tone, body language, and word choice on decision-making across various contexts, revealing the critical role of adaptable communication strategies in enhancing interpersonal effectiveness, conflict resolution, and leadership development.