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Abstract
This master thesis investigates the psychological principles that underpin consumer behavior and how these insights can be harnessed to craft more effective marketing strategies. Integrating concepts from cognitive psychology, behavioral economics, neuroscience, and social psychology, the study explores emotional and cognitive influences on decision-making, the role of biases and heuristics, and the impact of branding, social proof, and personalization in shaping consumer choices. Employing both qualitative and quantitative methods, this research highlights the multifaceted drivers of consumer behavior, including perception, motivation, memory, and emotional response.Furthermore, the study delves into emerging domains such as digital marketing psychology and neuromarketing to analyze how marketers leverage technology and data to influence purchasing behavior. Ethical considerations surrounding psychological targeting, data privacy, and consumer manipulation are also examined. Through case studies, empirical analysis, and theoretical frameworks, this thesis presents a comprehensive view of how marketing psychology functions in real-world settings. It offers insights for businesses seeking to align their strategies with the inner workings of the consumer mind while maintaining transparency and ethical integrity.
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Copyright © 2025 Ishika Sharma. This is an open access article distributed under the Creative Commons Attribution License.
