Mad River Behavioral Health

 Workplace incivility is a significant and growing problem that has a wide range of negative impacts on employees and organizations. Recent research highlights its prevalence, its "contagious" nature, and its high costs. What is Workplace Incivility? Workplace incivility is defined as rude, disrespectful, and discourteous behavior that violates norms of mutual respect. It is often low-intensity and can be ambiguous in its intent to harm.  Examples include:   * Ignoring or excluding colleagues  * Making sarcastic remarks or eye-rolling  * Interrupting others in meetings  * Spreading gossip or using brusque language Unlike bullying or harassment, which are often targeted and persistent, incivility can be a more subtle but frequent occurrence that contributes to a toxic work environment. The Impact of Incivility Current research reveals a number of detrimental effects:  * Financial Costs: Incivility is incredibly expensive. A survey by the Society fo...

  Civility in the workplace plays a crucial role in employee retention.   1) Creates a Positive Work Environment.   2) Enhances Employee Engagement.  3) Reduces Turnover Costs.  4) Improves Team Collaboration.  5) Fosters a Culture of Respect.  6) Decreases Negative Behaviors. In essence, civility is not just about being polite; it's about creating a workplace where employees feel respected, valued, and supported. This, in turn, leads to higher employee retention and a more successful organization. K. H. Little Consulting Services Kenneth H. Little, MA KHLittle603@gmail.com kenlittle-nh.com  

 It's important to understand that susceptibility to propaganda isn't a sign of weakness, but rather a reflection of how our brains process information. Here are some key factors that make us vulnerable: Emotional Appeals:     ~>  Propaganda often targets our emotions, such as fear, anger, or hope. Strong emotional responses can bypass our rational thinking, making us more likely to accept information without critical evaluation. Confirmation Bias:     ~>  We tend to seek out and believe information that confirms our existing beliefs. Propaganda can exploit this by presenting information that aligns with our worldview, reinforcing our biases and making us less receptive to opposing viewpoints. Social Influence:     ~>  We are social creatures, and we are influenced by the opinions and behaviors of those around us. Propaganda can leverage this by creating a sense of social pressure or conformity, making us more likely to accept i...

We are susceptible to misinformation, disinformation, and propaganda that aligns with out beliefs.  In general, our working assumption is that our beliefs are true. Very few of us believe that our beliefs are false.  We see this in religious beliefs, political beliefs, parenting beliefs, beliefs we adhere to at work, etc. In general, our natural inclination is to protect the beliefs we hold from information that conflicts with our beliefs, even when that information is true.  Information that conflicts with our beliefs is generally flagged and rejected, making it readily noticeable.  In general, this same tendency makes us vulnerable to information that aligns with our beliefs. We tend to accept it without question, even when it’s false. The potential solution is to superimpose critical thinking skills on our natural tendencies. However, we don’t come into the world with natural critical thinking skills. Critical thinking skills are learned and require effort.  ...

 The history of behavioral psychology is a fascinating journey through the evolution of how we understand learning and behavior. Here's a breakdown of key figures and developments: Early Influences:   Ivan Pavlov (Late 19th - Early 20th Century):   ~His work with classical conditioning, particularly his experiments with dogs, laid the groundwork for behaviorism. ~ He demonstrated that learned associations could be formed between stimuli and responses.   Edward Thorndike (Late 19th - Early 20th Century): ~ His "law of effect" proposed that behaviors followed by satisfying consequences are more likely to be repeated, while those followed by unpleasant consequences are less likely. ~ This was a precursor to operant conditioning. The Rise of Behaviorism: John B. Watson (Early 20th Century):  ~ Considered the founder of behaviorism.  ~ In his 1913 paper, "Psychology as the Behaviorist Views It," he argued that psychology should focus solely on observable beha...