Definition
A computational approach to modeling social behavior and interaction patterns in human societies and organizations.
Detailed Explanation
Social Simulation combines social science theories with computational modeling to study complex social phenomena. It incorporates elements of psychology sociology and anthropology to model human behavior social networks and collective dynamics. The approach can include various modeling paradigms like agent-based modeling system dynamics or discrete event simulation specifically tailored to social contexts.
Use Cases
Policy impact assessment crowd behavior analysis social network evolution studies organizational behavior research and urban development planning.