Curr Opin Psychol August 2022 PMID 35820222

When the truth helps and when it hurts: How honesty shapes well-being.

Bonnie M Le, William J Chopik, Claire J Shimshock, Princeton X Chee

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The discussions emphasize the nuanced nature of honesty, highlighting that it can both help and hurt well-being, as seen in phrases like 'trust is both a foundation and a risk' and 'balancing truth and kindness.' The tone is thoughtful yet optimistic, reflecting interest in understanding when honesty benefits or harms individuals and relationships, which supports the high interest and moderate engagement scores.

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Most posts recognize the nuanced view of honesty's effects, suggesting a general agreement with the publication's balanced perspective.

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The discussions display high curiosity about how honesty influences well-being, with enthusiasm evident in their engagement with the topic.

EngagementModerate engagement

Posts show a moderate level of engagement, with some providing thoughtful comments and reflections on the complexities of honesty.

ImpactModerate impact

Participants seem to acknowledge the meaningful implications of the research, indicating the discussion could influence perspectives on personal and social behavior.

Abstract in brief

The article discusses how honesty generally important but can sometimes be both beneficial and harmful to personal and relational wellbeing, depending on the context.
It reviews current research showing different ways honesty affects individual happiness, relationships, organizations, and societies, emphasizing that honesty isn't always linked to greater wellbeing and can sometimes have negative consequences.
The authors suggest future research should explore a more complete view of honesty, including when and why it may promote or hinder wellbeing, to better understand its role in personal and social functioning.]

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