ABSTRACT

What makes us trust people? How is trust developed and maintained? Is Western society facing a crisis of trust?

The Psychology of Trust addresses trust issues that are directly relevant to peoples’ experiences in their daily lives. It identifies the factors that cause people to trust, and the consequences of trust for real world issues in health, politics, terrorism, the workplace, and religious faith. It also explores the impact of a lack of trust, and what causes distrust of individuals, groups and organisations.

In a world where trust impacts our daily lives, The Psychology of Trust shows the role trust plays in our relationships, and provides practical guidance regarding our own trust in others.

chapter 1|9 pages

Understanding trust

A crisis or everything?

chapter 2|7 pages

Lying and trust

Sex, lies, and videotape

chapter 3|7 pages

Trust is a delicate balance

chapter 4|7 pages

Developing trust

Parents can get it right!

chapter 5|7 pages

Trust in romantic relationships

How many shades is your romantic trust?

chapter 6|8 pages

Trust and health

The road to wellness?

chapter 7|8 pages

Trust in the police

Do you trust the police?

chapter 8|6 pages

Trust in the workplace

The unseen and seen facets of trust

chapter 9|7 pages

Trust and politics

The Emperor’s not very new clothes

chapter 10|8 pages

Terrorism and outgroup distrust

The Twin Towers and beyond

chapter 11|6 pages

Trust and religious faith

Do we trust God?

chapter 12|6 pages

Building trust