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May 2010 PMID 20438228

Attachment, authenticity, and honesty: dispositional and experimentally induced security can reduce self- and other-deception.

Omri Gillath, Amanda K Sesko, Phillip R Shaver, David S Chun

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Peak: 2 in May 2024
across 3 sources since Oct 2019

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The posts generally express a cautious or skeptical tone with phrases like 'being nice might kill you' and personal admissions like 'My problem: #nice,' highlighting a superficial engagement with the research's themes of attachment security and honesty. The lack of detailed discussion or critique reflects a neutral stance towards the publication's implications.

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The comments show ambivalence or uncertainty about the findings, with some skepticism about the importance of being 'nice' and its relation to honesty.

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The discussion appears to have low engagement, focusing more on personal opinions and reactions rather than deep analysis of the research.

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Posts express minimal effort to delve into the concepts, mainly surfacing as brief statements or personal reflections without detailed exploration.

ImpactNeutral impact

The overall feedback seems indifferent, indicating that the publication does not evoke strong reactions or call for immediate action.

Abstract in brief

  • The research suggests that secure attachment styles promote honesty and authenticity, while attachment insecurity leads to increased inauthenticity and dishonesty, such as lying and cheating.
  • Experimentally inducing feelings of security can enhance authenticity and reduce dishonest behaviors more effectively than just improving mood.
  • Across eight studies, the findings highlight the importance of attachment security in fostering sincerity and truthful behavior in relationships.]
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Uncle Pitbull
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My problem: https://t.co/D8d8LaWJpP #nice

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"being nice" could kill you! https://t.co/bJAmPWA8kl

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Uncle Pitbull
@Francis99L · X

The Curse of Being Too Nice https://t.co/gPoA3mMWad via @YouTube

Jul 11, 2025 · 2 likes · 193 followers View post →
Women's News Network
@WomensNN · X

"being nice" could kill you! https://t.co/bJAmPWA8kl

Mar 10, 2025 · 3,448 followers View post →
thorn
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Aug 11, 2024 · 7 followers View post →
Arjay Martin, J. D., B. Bus.
@VoteArjay · X

My problem: https://t.co/D8d8LaWJpP #nice

May 25, 2024 · 4,407 followers View post →
RoSasMcGee04
@RoSasMcGee04 · X

https://t.co/5aL34oOVUd

May 10, 2024 · 4,754 followers View post →
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