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Navigating Divisive Conversations: Why We Underestimate the Benefits
Manage episode 443313667 series 2829366
Why do we shy away from discussing divisive topics like politics and religion? Are our fears of negative reactions justified or off-base?
In this episode, APS's Özge Gürcanlı Fischer Baum speaks with Kristina Wald from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania. Wald shares findings from a recent research article published in Psychological Science, which shows that people often underestimate the benefits of talking about divisive topics, even with those who disagree. The conversation offers insights into why we prefer talking with those who agree with us, and how we can better approach polarized discussions.
If you're interested in learning more about this research, visit psychologicalscience.org.
Send us your thoughts and questions at [email protected]
126 episodes
Manage episode 443313667 series 2829366
Why do we shy away from discussing divisive topics like politics and religion? Are our fears of negative reactions justified or off-base?
In this episode, APS's Özge Gürcanlı Fischer Baum speaks with Kristina Wald from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania. Wald shares findings from a recent research article published in Psychological Science, which shows that people often underestimate the benefits of talking about divisive topics, even with those who disagree. The conversation offers insights into why we prefer talking with those who agree with us, and how we can better approach polarized discussions.
If you're interested in learning more about this research, visit psychologicalscience.org.
Send us your thoughts and questions at [email protected]
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