The need for control is a fundamental human motivation, that when deprived can lead to broad and substantial changes in human behavior. The authors aimed to assess the consequences of control deprivation in a real-life situation that poses a severe … Continued
This research examined the idea that followers are more strongly motivated by radical as opposed to moderate political leaders. Authors derived this idea from the significance quest theory that posits that a desire to feel important and meaningful is one … Continued
We are excited to share that Dr. Ewa Szumowska, a member of our lab, has been nominated for the prestigious 2024 USERN Award in the field of social sciences! The Universal Scientific Education and Research Network (USERN) Award is a … Continued
In this academic year, we held a series of lab meetings, which provided a platform for researchers from our lab to discuss ongoing projects, share insights, and foster an environment of continuous learning. Apart from that, we had the pleasure … Continued
Anti-Gypsyism is a deeply entrenched form of ethnic bias in Europe, characterised by realistic conflict perceptions, social norms approving bias, unacknowledged historical victimisation, and denial of cultural autonomy. Mainstream prejudice reduction interventions may have limited applicability to anti-Gypsyism, because prejudice … Continued
A new paper in Self & Identity by Marcin Bukowski and colleagues! Global threats are often identified as triggers of intergroup conflict. However, personal vs. social identity threats can differently shape intergroup relations – enhancing or decreasing cooperation and prejudice. … Continued
A new paper by Theofilos Gkinopoulos and colleagues in Sexuality Research and Social Policy! Below please find an abstract: Introduction Homosexuality constitutes a topic of ongoing debates not only in lay, but also political and religious discourse. At the same time, … Continued
Our lab members took part in the annual Winter Seminar on Social Cognition and Intergroup Relations hosted by the University of Warsaw, which took place from March 21-24, 2024, in the picturesque town of Szczyrk. The event brought together researchers … Continued
New introduction paper published in Group Processes & Intergroup Relations co-authored by Theofilos Gkinopoulos! Morality—broadly defined as the distinction between “right” and “wrong” ways to behave—represents one of the most important and appealing inquiries within the realm of social sciences. Past research … Continued
A new paper in Science Advances by Madalina Vlasceanu et al., coauthored by Theofilos Gkinopoulos! Effectively reducing climate change requires marked, global behavior change. However, it is unclear which strategies are most likely to motivate people to change their climate … Continued