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How To Get a Narcissist to Feel Empathy
January 26, 2017
New research by Hepper and colleagues shows, though, that narcissists can be made to feel empathy, if given a nudge in the right direction (Hepper et al., 2014). When the high-narcissists were specifically told to imagine how the victim felt, their empathy suddenly kicked in. In comparison, those low on narcissism didn’t need to be told, so instructing them to take the victim’s perspective had no additional effect. The researchers even confirmed these results physiologically,...
January 26, 2017
New research by Hepper and colleagues shows, though, that narcissists can be made to feel empathy, if given a nudge in the right direction (Hepper et al., 2014). When the high-narcissists were specifically told to imagine how the victim felt, their empathy suddenly kicked in. In comparison, those low on narcissism didn’t need to be told, so instructing them to take the victim’s perspective had no additional effect. The researchers even confirmed these results physiologically,...
Arbitration Agreements – Incorporation by Reference of an Arbitration Clause in Another Document Is a Simple Matter . . . Isn’t It?
January 26, 2017
In “Arbitration Agreements – Incorporation by Reference of an Arbitration Clause in in Another Document is a Simple Matter . . . Isn’t It?”, we describe how the simple incorporation by reference of a provision in another document becomes a bit less simple when a Federal District Court says that something more is required – i.e., express notice that the other document contains an arbitration agreement among other provisions. Read the full article here.
January 26, 2017
In “Arbitration Agreements – Incorporation by Reference of an Arbitration Clause in in Another Document is a Simple Matter . . . Isn’t It?”, we describe how the simple incorporation by reference of a provision in another document becomes a bit less simple when a Federal District Court says that something more is required – i.e., express notice that the other document contains an arbitration agreement among other provisions. Read the full article here.
BPS Research Digest Editor’s Picks
January 25, 2017
Beyond Grit: The Science of Creativity, Purpose, and Motivation A conversation between the psychologists and best-selling authors Adam Grant and Angela Duckworth: “Your interests and your passion develop over time. I want to disabuse people of this mythology of ‘it happens to you and if you’re lucky, you find it, and then that’s all you have to do.’” Watch A Resting Brain Light Up With Activity From WIRED: “a comprehensive visualization of neural activity throughout the entire...
January 25, 2017
Beyond Grit: The Science of Creativity, Purpose, and Motivation A conversation between the psychologists and best-selling authors Adam Grant and Angela Duckworth: “Your interests and your passion develop over time. I want to disabuse people of this mythology of ‘it happens to you and if you’re lucky, you find it, and then that’s all you have to do.’” Watch A Resting Brain Light Up With Activity From WIRED: “a comprehensive visualization of neural activity throughout the entire...
How To Get Out Of A Bad Mood
January 25, 2017
Heated arguments can frequently leave us in a bad mood. But recalling the details of a disagreement in a particular way can actually stop it leading to anxiety and depression, research finds. The same is true of other types upsetting or stressful events that can put us in a bad mood. Remembering where you where, exactly what was said, and — vitally — how it could have been dealt with differently, can all help with a bad mood. For example: What was the tone of your voice? ...
January 25, 2017
Heated arguments can frequently leave us in a bad mood. But recalling the details of a disagreement in a particular way can actually stop it leading to anxiety and depression, research finds. The same is true of other types upsetting or stressful events that can put us in a bad mood. Remembering where you where, exactly what was said, and — vitally — how it could have been dealt with differently, can all help with a bad mood. For example: What was the tone of your voice? ...
ICC Issues Expedited Procedure Rules
January 25, 2017
In an effort to streamline arbitration proceedings where possible, the International Court of Arbitration of the International Chamber of Commerce (“ICC”) announced on November 4, 2016 that it would issue new Expedited Procedure Rules, effective March 1, 2017, which will comprise the new Appendix VI of its Rules of Arbitration (“ICC Arb. R.”). The ICC also announced that it will amend ICC Arb. R. Article 30, which is its current rule governing expedited procedures, as well as Appendix III,...
January 25, 2017
In an effort to streamline arbitration proceedings where possible, the International Court of Arbitration of the International Chamber of Commerce (“ICC”) announced on November 4, 2016 that it would issue new Expedited Procedure Rules, effective March 1, 2017, which will comprise the new Appendix VI of its Rules of Arbitration (“ICC Arb. R.”). The ICC also announced that it will amend ICC Arb. R. Article 30, which is its current rule governing expedited procedures, as well as Appendix III,...
Serkin on Insuring Takings Claims
January 24, 2017
Christopher Serkin (Vanderbilt Law School) has posted Insuring Takings Claims (Northwestern University Law Review, Vol. 111,...
January 24, 2017
Christopher Serkin (Vanderbilt Law School) has posted Insuring Takings Claims (Northwestern University Law Review, Vol. 111,...
Annual Statistical Report for the Texas Judiciary FY 2016 Released
January 24, 2017
The Office of Court Administration released its annual statistical report for the judiciary with the following highlights: The number of civil cases filed in the municipal courts, which account for over half of all civil cases statewide, decreased 11 percent, while the civil caseload in the other levels of court increased slightly; The number of traffic and parking cases fell 37 percent from its peak in 2006 and is at the lowest level in more than 30 years - traffic and parking cases...
January 24, 2017
The Office of Court Administration released its annual statistical report for the judiciary with the following highlights: The number of civil cases filed in the municipal courts, which account for over half of all civil cases statewide, decreased 11 percent, while the civil caseload in the other levels of court increased slightly; The number of traffic and parking cases fell 37 percent from its peak in 2006 and is at the lowest level in more than 30 years - traffic and parking cases...
Multi-Step ADR: Drafting Sensible and Effective Dispute Resolution Provisions
January 24, 2017
In this article – “Drafting Sensible and Effective Multi-Step ADR Provisions” – we provide practical advice regarding...
January 24, 2017
In this article – “Drafting Sensible and Effective Multi-Step ADR Provisions” – we provide practical advice regarding...
Joke-Telling Could Make You Appear More Confident and Competent
January 23, 2017
A little humor in the workplace appears broadly beneficial: it can increase productivity and creativity and helps to build trust. But before you get too carried away attempting to stun your colleagues with your wit, you might want to heed the findings from new research in the Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, which focused on the effect of humour attempts on our personal status. The work shows that while a well-judged gag can cover us in glory, misses can have negative consequences. What’s...
January 23, 2017
A little humor in the workplace appears broadly beneficial: it can increase productivity and creativity and helps to build trust. But before you get too carried away attempting to stun your colleagues with your wit, you might want to heed the findings from new research in the Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, which focused on the effect of humour attempts on our personal status. The work shows that while a well-judged gag can cover us in glory, misses can have negative consequences. What’s...
Drahozal on the Issue Preclusive Effect of Arbitration
January 23, 2017
Christopher R. Drahozal (University of Kansas School of Law) has posted The Issue Preclusive Effect of Arbitration Awards...
January 23, 2017
Christopher R. Drahozal (University of Kansas School of Law) has posted The Issue Preclusive Effect of Arbitration Awards...
