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 lead to a rational decision…
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 research published by the American…
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 of being burnt out. Antonius…
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 more expertise than the other,…
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 to report chronic work stress,…
From the Baylor University press release: Consider these scenarios. You’re focused on an important project at work and your phone rings. It’s your spouse. You’ve just finished dinner with your family and you’re cleaning up…
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. While well intentioned, much of…
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 the morning can lead to…
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 than being ignored by other…
From the University of Florida press release: We know that power can corrupt, making people act in ways that harm others. But new research from the University of Florida shows that when the powerful misbehave,…