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Generalized trust, or societal trust, is linked to better health and happiness. This study confirms this link, even after accounting for intelligence, highlighting trust as a valuable social resource.

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Background:

  • Generalized trust is societal trust, distinct from particularized trust (family/friends).
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  • Recent studies suggest a strong correlation between generalized trust and intelligence, questioning previous findings.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To replicate the association between intelligence and generalized trust.
  • To investigate if the link between generalized trust and positive outcomes persists after controlling for intelligence.
  • To reinforce the significance of generalized trust as a social resource.

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    • Findings suggest these associations are not spurious due to intelligence.

    Conclusions:

    • Generalized trust is a robust predictor of individual well-being (health, happiness), independent of intelligence.
    • This reinforces generalized trust's role as a valuable social resource for individuals and society.
    • Results support the importance of fostering societal trust across diverse populations.