social sciences
Have you ever felt yourself slipping into a mode at work where you do only what is necessary — no staying late, no volunteering for…
Self-Checkout Preferred for Purchases Subject to Social Stigma, Study Shows
Self-checkout registers have become a widespread feature in grocery stores, offering convenience and perceived efficiency to consumers. Beyond simply speeding up the process, these stations…
How Some Supervisors Thrive by Undermining Their Teams
Supervisors frequently shout and berate employees to bolster performance and affirm their authority within the workplace. Curiously, rather than feeling remorseful for their aggressive outbursts,…
Seeking Donors? Begin by Considering Their Location
Amidst the expansion of non-profit organisations, their financial support is paradoxically decreasing. The decade from 2013 to 2023 saw a 25% increase in the number…
Study Connects India’s Nutritional Programme to Improved Health and Higher Earnings
Despite our world’s scientific advances and interconnected economies, malnutrition remains a persistent global issue. The United Nations reported that in 2023, an estimated 2.33 billion…
The Enduring Impact of Experiences
Challenging the traditional perspective that views consumption as an isolated and immediate event, Stefania Minardi from HEC Paris and Andrei Savochkin from Bocconi University’s Department…
Study Reveals Cost-of-Living Crisis Affects Health Among Black Communities
A pioneering study has unveiled the profound effects of the cost-of-living crisis on both discrimination and health outcomes within the Black community in the UK,…
Traversing the Opt-in Labyrinth: Achieving Equilibrium Between Transparency and Persuasion in Data Consent
Personal data has become a commodity of immense value in the modern digital era. Companies are keen to gather such data, and although regulatory frameworks…
Empathetic and Sensitive: Exploring the Dual Characteristics of Highly Sensitive Individuals in the Workplace
Work-related stress transcends geographical boundaries, with its impact felt globally. A forthcoming study from Japan focuses on a unique subgroup within the workforce: Highly Sensitive…
A study categorises three kinds of teleworker: realistic, ambivalent, and enthusiastic
Companies are weighing the options between adopting teleworking strategies or orchestrating a widespread return to office workspaces. Concurrently, numerous studies have delved into the pros…
Addressing the Adjustment Needs of International Employees in an Era of Increasing Global Mobility
Researchers from Lithuania and Germany have analysed 222 scientific articles from the last 32 years, revealing that most research (72 per cent) has focused on…
Love Not for Sale: TikTok Users Crave Authenticity in Sponsored Posts, Opting for Lesser-Known Creators Over Major Influencers
Prominent TikTok influencers might need to rethink their strategies for brand-sponsored campaigns, as research suggests followers prefer the authenticity of smaller creators over super influencers…