Skill Competency is Second in Importance to Friendliness in the Workplace
Razi Berry People who are friendly and trustworthy are more likely to be selected for teams than those who are known for just their skill competency and personal reputation, according to new research from Binghamton University, State University of New York. While people who are both trustworthy and competent are the most sought after when […]
Trust is a Key Component to Loneliness
Razi Berry Loneliness is a painful feeling. If it persists, it can lead to mental illnesses such as depression or anxiety disorders. Researchers from the Universities of Bonn, Haifa (Israel) and Oldenburg have now discovered how loneliness is associated with reduced trust. This is reflected in changes in the activity and interaction of various brain […]
Are “Attractive” Businesswomen Viewed as Less Trustworthy?
Razi Berry Sexual and gender orientation are two politically and socially charged topics in our world today. No matter our views and opinions, these aspects of identity seem to impact our relationships at home and work, sometimes in troubling ways. Recently, an incredibly interesting article was published by Eric Sorenson from Washington State University Press. […]
MDMA Found to Increase Cooperation With Others
Razi Berry A new study from England suggests that MDMA may increase people’s willingness to cooperate with each other.1 A lot of interest has been given to MDMA, a commonly used street drug called ecstasy or molly. Pure MDMA is currently being heavily researched for its potential in treating mental health conditions such as PTSD and […]