Mark C. Pachucki

Associate Professor of Sociology

Time Preferences and Physical Activity

Insights from Behavioral Economics

Abstract: OBJECTIVE. To examine the relationship between time preferences and physical activity among adults. METHODS. Cross-sectional study of 7,071 US adults. Time preferences …

Posted by Mark C. Pachucki on Mon, Jan 2, 2017

Associations between social network characteristics, cognitive function, and quality of life among residents in a dementia special care unit

A pilot study

Abstract: Social integration has a significant influence on physical and mental health. Older adults experience an increased risk of social isolation as their social networks …

Posted by Mark C. Pachucki on Sun, Jan 1, 2017

Economic Preferences and Fast Food Consumption in US adults

Insights from Behavioral Economics

Abstract: OBJECTIVE. To examine the relationship between economic time preferences and frequency of fast food and full-service restaurant consumption among U.S. adults. METHODS. …

Posted by Mark C. Pachucki on Fri, Oct 21, 2016

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