Intellectual humility and trust.

Area of Science:

• Psychology
• Social Science
• Philosophy

Background:

• Societal mistrust is a growing problem.
• Indiscriminate trust increases are ineffective.
• Tools are needed to discern credibility.

Purpose of the Study:

• To explore intellectual humility as a tool for discerning trust.
• To review evidence on intellectual humility's role in trust.
• To discuss implications for fostering a connected public.

Main Methods:

• Literature review.
• Synthesis of existing evidence.
• Analysis of intellectual humility's effects on trust.

Main Results:

• Intellectual humility aids in discerning trustworthy information.
• It enhances the perceived trustworthiness of credible sources.
• It facilitates trust-building across socio-political divides.

Conclusions:

• Intellectual humility is a valuable tool for navigating trust.
• Fostering intellectual humility can lead to a more informed public.
• It promotes discernment and connection in society.