Analyzing Game Theory Behaviors in Economics through the Lens of Psychological Principles

1. Introduction 1.1. Background of Game Theory 1.2. Significance in Economics 1.3. Role of Psychological Principles 2. Game Theory Fundamentals 2.1. Definition and Concepts 2.2. Historical Development 2.3. Applications in Economics 3. Psychological Principles Overview 3.1. Basic Psychological Theories 3.2. Cognitive and Behavioral Aspects 3.3. Decision-Making Processes 4. Intersection of Psychology and Game Theory 4.1. Psychological Influences on Strategies 4.2. Theory of Mind in Game Outcomes 4.3. Behavioral Economics Insights 5. Economic Behaviors Analyzed 5.1. Rational vs. Irrational Choices 5.2. Risk Assessment and Management 5.3. Social Preferences and Fairness 6. Case Studies and Applications 6.1. Classic Game Theory Models 6.2. Psychological Experiments in Economics 6.3. Real-World Economic Scenarios 7. Implications and Future Directions 7.1. Advancements in Behavioral Economics 7.2. Integrating Psychological Insights 7.3. Predictive Modeling Improvements 8. Conclusion 8.1. Summary of Findings 8.2. Contributions to Economic Theory 8.3. Recommendations for Further Research