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The Trouble With Cynics & How to Handle The Pressure to Perform

Something You Should Know

CHAPTER

The Decline of Trust and Rise of Cynicism

This chapter examines the significant decline in trust among Americans from 1972 to 2018, linking it to economic inequality and negative media portrayals. It explores the nature of cynicism, its implications on perceptions of human behavior, and the characteristics shared by self-identified cynics. Additionally, it highlights the complex relationship between cynicism, skepticism, and mental health, advocating for a more evidence-based understanding of trustworthiness.

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