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Psychologist links gossip to intelligence and social cooperation

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Researchers suggest that gossip, often viewed negatively, is a fundamental aspect of human intelligence and language evolution. According to studies, a significant portion of daily conversation involves discussing absent individuals, serving as a mechanism for tracking reputations and social dynamics within groups. Intelligent gossip involves seeking to understand motivations behind behavior rather than making judgments, and using information to warn others of potential harm, thereby fostering cooperation and trust. AI

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Psychologist links gossip to intelligence and social cooperation

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  1. Forbes — Innovation TIER_1 English(EN) · Mark Travers, Contributor ·

    2 ‘Gossipy’ Habits That Mean You’re Intelligent, By A Psychologist

    New research reveals two specific gossip habits that separate socially intelligent people from the rest — and why gossiping isn't the character flaw it seems.

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