Tag: work

Study suggests diverse populations make rational collective decisions

From the Hokkaido University press release: Understanding how ant colonies make collective decisions could provide insight into the functioning of the human brain. Yes/no binary decisions by individual ants can… Read more »

Leaders with moderate amounts of charisma seen as more effective than those with high or low levels

From the American Psychological Association press release: How important is charisma in a leader? While at least a moderate level is important, too much may hinder a leader’s effectiveness, according to… Read more »

Does stress lead to lengthier periods of sick leave?

From the Deutsches Ärzteblatt International press release: The duration of a person’s unfitness for work is determined by more than his/her primary diagnosis. Patients often report psychological problems and a feeling… Read more »

People match confidence levels to make decisions in groups

From the University College London press release: When trying to make a decision with another person, people tend to match their confidence levels, which can backfire if one person has… Read more »

Change at work linked to employee stress, distrust and intent to quit

From the American Psychological Association press release: At a time of change and uncertainty across the country, American adults who have been affected by change at work are more likely… Read more »

Study looks at effect of bad advice about workplace bullying

From the Iowa State University press release: Targets of workplace bullying get plenty of advice from coworkers and family on how to respond to the situation and make it stop…. Read more »

Study suggests helping co-workers in the morning can be mentally fatiguing

From the Michigan State University press release: If you show up at work tired, you may want to focus strictly on your own tasks. New research suggests helping coworkers in… Read more »

Study suggests even negative attention is better than being ignored

From the University of Basel press release: After experiencing social exclusion, a minimum of attention suffices to reduce individuals’ negative emotions. Even rejection or unkind comments are better for well-being… Read more »