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Giving to charity: Why do we donate more money to individuals when they are members of a group?

Giving to charity: Why do we donate more money to individuals when they are members of a group? | Science News | Scoop.it

When charity recipients seem to belong to a cohesive group, donors will make stronger judgments about the victims, which leads to greater concern and increased donations if these judgments are positive.

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Synchronized physical activities: Is there a dark side to moving in sync?

Synchronized physical activities: Is there a dark side to moving in sync? | Science News | Scoop.it
Moving in harmony can make people feel more connected to one another and, as a result, lead to positive collective action. Think of those feel-good vibes created in a yoga class as students move in unison through their downward-facing dogs.
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I vs. we: Individuals perform better when focused on team's effort

I vs. we: Individuals perform better when focused on team's effort | Science News | Scoop.it
Individuals perform better and are more confident when they practice motivational tactics focused not on them but on the team they belong to, according to a recently published study by Michigan State University researchers.
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Group settings can diminish expressions of intelligence, especially among women

Group settings can diminish expressions of intelligence, especially among women | Science News | Scoop.it
In the classic film '12 Angry Men,' Henry Fonda's character sways a jury with his quiet, persistent intelligence. But would he have succeeded if he had allowed himself to fall sway to the social dynamics of that jury?
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Building During Brainstorming | The Creativity Post

Building During Brainstorming | The Creativity Post | Science News | Scoop.it
How can you help to avoid productivity loss during brainstorming and increase the effectiveness of groups for combining ideas.
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