The Behavioral Effect

The behavioral effect refers to how people's actions or behaviors can change based on certain factors, such as being observed or influenced by others. For example, someone might act more kindly when they know they’re being watched, or students might perform better on a test if they believe their effort will be noticed. It highlights how context, expectations, or awareness can shape behavior, often leading individuals to act differently than they would in private. This concept is useful in understanding how environments and perceptions influence what people do.