New research suggests ads with messages about “why” to stop smoking can influence a smoker to quit within a month However, there is no evidence that ads with messages about “how” to stop smoking influence behavior Researchers argue that “why” ads are more effective because they show graphic portrayals of the health consequences of smoking […]
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A new study suggests brains can tell the difference between genuine and fake laughter When people hear a fake laugh, they activate a part of their brain associated with trying to understand the emotional and mental state of others The people who are best able to tell the difference between a genuine and fake laugh
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Attempts to change the social or physical workplace environment do have positive effects on work-related outcomes Changes to the social environment seem to lead to better work performance Changes in the physical environment seem to help workers concentrate Source: Effectiveness of a Combined Social and Physical Environmental Intervention on Presenteeism, Absenteeism, Work Performance, and Work
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