Reposted by Ginevra Drinka, PhDDare Obasanjo @carnage4life.bsky.social · 17hPalantir CTO, Shyam Sankar, claims AI researchers are taking up smoking to prove how much they believe AI will cure cancer and he calls it a “mass psychosis.” AI psychosis is an under-diagnosed ailment making it through Silicon Valley as we speak. 188811
Reposted by Ginevra Drinka, PhDColette Delawalla, PhD @cdelawalla.bsky.social · 03/10/2026This is slightly out of my normal lane, and I could charge six (hell maybe seven) figure to deliver this message as a consultant, but I’m gonna do it for free. Because I’m ✨enraged✨ People in the think tank/policy/inside the beltway DC world have ABSOLUTELY NO CLUE how mad people are abt Cornell. 🧵 121195282
Ginevra Drinka, PhD @cascadialeadership.bsky.social · 05/09/2026Multiple wildlife sightings from the Oregon Coast 💙 030
Ginevra Drinka, PhD @cascadialeadership.bsky.social · 06/08/2026Live: 🇺🇸 🇬🇧 Born: 🇺🇸 Parents: 🇺🇸 🇺🇸 Grandparents: 🇺🇸 🇺🇸 🇺🇸 🇺🇸 Great-grandparents: 🇺🇸 🇺🇸 🇫🇷 🇮🇪 🇭🇷 🇭🇷 🇸🇰 🇸🇰 Been to: 🇨🇷 🇲🇽 🇬🇹 🇧🇿 🇪🇬 🏴 🏴 🇧🇪 🇳🇱 🇫🇷 🇮🇹 🇪🇸 🇵🇹 🇻🇳 🇰🇭 🇱🇦 🇦🇹 🇩🇪 🇨🇦 🇻🇬 🇮🇳 🇧🇶 🇭🇷 🇩🇰 🇫🇮 010
Ginevra Drinka, PhD @cascadialeadership.bsky.social · 21/07/2026Fascinating that 🇺🇸 isn’t higher on this list! 000
Reposted by Ginevra Drinka, PhDJay Van Bavel, PhD @jayvanbavel.bsky.social · 18/07/2026We need to change norms around sexual harassment Yesterday Tessa West spoke up about a sexual harassment complaint she filed against John Jost. Not only is he a senior colleague in the dept of psychology, but he is one of the most prominant figures in the field of social and political psychology. 322484
Reposted by Ginevra Drinka, PhDOPB @opb.org · 17/07/2026“The whole idea behind it is an experiment of a different way for humans to interrelate with sensitive biological areas and some of the most beautiful places in the world,” said site co-director Duncan Berry. opb.orgOregon’s UNESCO biosphere celebrates 50th anniversaryScores of people are expected to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Oregon’s only UNESCO biosphere this weekend near Lincoln City. 0148
Reposted by Ginevra Drinka, PhDRodger Sherman @rodger.bsky.social · 15/07/2026the World Cup final will be between two teams that Cape Verde played even through 90 minutes 8280391499
Reposted by Ginevra Drinka, PhDPsyPost @psypost.bsky.social · 15/07/2026Can learning to form healthy bonds reduce psychopathic behaviors?psypost.orgCan learning to form healthy bonds reduce psychopathic behaviors?While early abuse is a known risk factor for psychopathy, the psychological pathways connecting the two remain murky. New research suggests that an avoidant attachment style acts as a bridge, linking traumatic childhoods to cold, antisocial behaviors in adulthood. 001
Reposted by Ginevra Drinka, PhDDare Obasanjo @carnage4life.bsky.social · 09/07/2026There’s a thin line between creating a positive sense of urgency and management making their anxiety everybody’s problem. 411619
Reposted by Ginevra Drinka, PhDPsyPost @psypost.bsky.social · 29/06/2026Authoritarianism acts as a psychological bridge for dark personalities, study findspsypost.orgAuthoritarianism acts as a psychological bridge for dark personalities, study findsPeople with antagonistic and selfish traits often express their hostility through rigid, authoritarian political beliefs. A new psychological study suggests that strict adherence to rules provides a socially acceptable way for these individuals to assert control over others. 034
Reposted by Ginevra Drinka, PhDBill Bennett @billbennett.bsky.social · 23/06/2026Narcissists have a history with reflecting pools 1814450960
Reposted by Ginevra Drinka, PhDCharlotte Clymer @charlotteclymer.bsky.social · 17/06/2026Croatia > England LET'S GO CROATIA!!! 6812
Reposted by Ginevra Drinka, PhDPsyPost @psypost.bsky.social · 13/06/2026The quality of your sleep appears to shape your political behaviorpsypost.orgThe quality of your sleep appears to shape your political behaviorQuality sleep provides the energy necessary to engage in democracy. A new study finds that while rested citizens are more likely to vote, those struggling with sleep disruptions often channel their frustrations into boycotts and protests instead. 011
Reposted by Ginevra Drinka, PhDArmenianAbs aka Mark @armenianabs.bsky.social · 05/05/2026Kurt Loder turns 81 today. We are old as fuck. 4646342651
Reposted by Ginevra Drinka, PhDDare Obasanjo @carnage4life.bsky.social · 30/04/202694% of customer service leaders expect to reduce human support agents due to AI usage. However 85% are reallocating agent capacity toward higher-value responsibilities that support customer growth, loyalty and long-term efficiency. This is in stark contrast to layoffs in tech due to AI adoption.nojitter.comAI isn’t causing human CX agent layoffs, Gartner findsMost businesses use AI to backfill capacity as agents leave, while one-third are cutting staff because of AI. 6344
Reposted by Ginevra Drinka, PhDAsha Rangappa @asharangappa.bsky.social · 23/04/2026I think the top character trait we need in future leaders is humility. Everything else we value flows from that 2013450444
Reposted by Ginevra Drinka, PhDashley fairbanks @ziibiing.com · 21/04/2026right at this very moment, someone in england is eating tuna and corn— together— on a baked potato 7121011
Reposted by Ginevra Drinka, PhDKaz @kazlefay.bsky.social · 19/04/2026Dudes. As a society we taught young women to walk with keys between their fingers in dark parking lots and to carry pepper spray in their purse. So yes. I’m asking you to be responsible for the actions of other men. After all, that’s what you’ve asked of women for centuries. It’s your turn. 18384301929
Reposted by Ginevra Drinka, PhDIan Coldwater 🧊🚫 @lookitup.baby · 27/01/2026I paid my therapist a zillion dollars to tell me this, so I’m passing it on to anyone else in MN who needs to hear it: Think of taking time away to recharge not as not doing the work, but as doing quality control for the work. You’re not going to be able to show up to do it well if you’re depleted 462863656
Reposted by Ginevra Drinka, PhDPsyPost @psypost.bsky.social · 27/01/2026Researchers confirm the detrimental effects of psychopathic traits on job performancepsypost.orgResearchers confirm the detrimental effects of psychopathic traits on job performanceA new meta-analysis published in the Journal of Applied Psychology reveals that employees with psychopathic traits tend to exhibit lower task performance and are less likely to help colleagues, while engaging in more counterproductive behaviors. 011
Ginevra Drinka, PhD @cascadialeadership.bsky.social · 18/01/2026As the world becomes more uncertain, I’m guessing neuroticism will continue to increase… 030
Reposted by Ginevra Drinka, PhDPsyPost @psypost.bsky.social · 01/01/2026The psychological desire to be the “true” victim predicts anti-democratic attitudespsypost.orgThe psychological desire to be the “true” victim predicts anti-democratic attitudesBoth Republicans and Democrats who engage in “competitive victimhood” are more prone to endorsing policies that undermine democracy. A new study suggests this tendency is driven by a psychological process of viewing the opposing party as less than human. 063
Ginevra Drinka, PhD @cascadialeadership.bsky.social · 31/12/2025I love watching the #London fireworks at 4pm on the West Coast. It’s a great way to ring in the new year before it gets too late and I can start thinking about getting ready for bed because I have the habits of an old lady 😂 #nye #happynewyear 030
Ginevra Drinka, PhD @cascadialeadership.bsky.social · 29/12/2025After meeting with a colleague who’s super tuned into the state of IO psych globally - I may be pessimistic about current affairs, but not the state of IO!! #iopsych 020
Ginevra Drinka, PhD @cascadialeadership.bsky.social · 25/12/2025Ugh the Brits are just so civilised. Wish we had this in the states. Found in the pub bathroom on the way out from Christmas lunch 060
Reposted by Ginevra Drinka, PhDJacek Debiec, MD, PhD, DPhil 🌎 🧠 @drjacekdebiec.bsky.social · 30/11/2025"You’re assuming any complicated social problem can be solved by technology, when often, on the contrary, technology will make it worse." citizenlab.ca/2025/11/the-...citizenlab.caThe AI hype-machine: Canada’s ill-advised ‘national sprint’ on artificial intelligence - The Citizen LabCitizen Lab senior fellow Cynthia Khoo speaks with Resh Budhu, host of the Courage My Friends podcast, about the problems with Canada’s ‘national sprint’ on 033
Ginevra Drinka, PhD @cascadialeadership.bsky.social · 28/11/2025Just a reminder for no reason whatsoever that when the #dementia really gets going, all #inhibitions go out the window. Expect this #behavior to accelerate #cognitivedecline 020
Reposted by Ginevra Drinka, PhDThe Verge @theverge.com · 25/11/2025Cutting-edge research shows language is not the same as intelligence. The entire AI bubble is built on ignoring it. Read more from @benjaminriley.bsky.social: www.theverge.com/ai-artificia... 55724205
Ginevra Drinka, PhD @cascadialeadership.bsky.social · 25/11/2025Watching SLOMW and that polygraph episode😬 They measure phys arousal, HR, skin conductance and assume that “lying = stress.” anxiety, fear, shame, or discomfort can trigger same signals. examiner claiming 96% accuracy, refusing to go on camera, and name drop FBI? ..they getting scammed on camera 010
Reposted by Ginevra Drinka, PhDAmy Diehl, Ph.D. @amydiehl.bsky.social · 25/11/2025The problem facing men is that, like femininity, masculinity is defined by backward stereotypes about what men should be. These stereotypes – signs of financial success, respect & seniority at work & in public – have always been out of reach for many men. www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...theguardian.comHorror stories of a ‘feminised workplace’ mask the real crisis in male identity | Finn MackayStereotypes that centre men’s worth in their work are strangling sensible debate, and letting down women too, says author Finn Mackay 1238
Reposted by Ginevra Drinka, PhDAyo @darrylayo.bsky.social · 24/11/2025people older than me and people younger than me are equally ignorant of climate change as a global crisis Captain Planet target audience stands firm 581785222
Reposted by Ginevra Drinka, PhDChris Hayes @chrislhayes.bsky.social · 21/11/2025Turns out charisma goes a long way in politics! 2868081516
Reposted by Ginevra Drinka, PhDStephanie W. ⚡️ @stephanieway.bsky.social · 20/11/2025Science PSA: Never abbreviate “analysis” as “anal”. Ever. 2502744200
Reposted by Ginevra Drinka, PhDYasin Koc @spyasin.bsky.social · 20/11/2025Great news: finally Miles Hewstone is exposed. I stopped citing him years ago, I warned friends/colleagues when I saw them publishing together, I informed as many people as possible about him. We all did. Had this piece been published 15 years ago, everyone would have already known. Shame on Oxford. 14511
Reposted by Ginevra Drinka, PhDJay Van Bavel, PhD @jayvanbavel.bsky.social · 19/11/2025One of the giants of social psychology was a serial sexual harasser. This new report reveals how Miles Hewstone touched, bullied, and sexual harassed numerous women during his 18 years at the University of Oxford. It's amazing how often bullying and sexual harassment go together in academia. 818077
Reposted by Ginevra Drinka, PhDNils Reimer @reimtime.bsky.social · 19/11/2025This—on my former university, department, and advisor—is harrowing but required reading for all social psychologists. www.bloomberg.com/news/feature...bloomberg.comOxford University Has Failed Women Over Harassment Concerns, Staff SayThe university has repeatedly been slow to act against male academics accused of sexual misconduct and inappropriate behavior, a Bloomberg investigation found. 39854
Ginevra Drinka, PhD @cascadialeadership.bsky.social · 18/11/2025Something something dementia something something increased inhibition & reduced impulse control 🙄 020
Reposted by Ginevra Drinka, PhDMatthew Noe @noethematt.bsky.social · 17/11/2025ChatGPT is infinitely more dangerous than caffeine But people stepped in to limit Panera, while OpenAI is being allowed to run rampant, not only without any precautions, but with lucrative educational contracts to put it in front of the most vulnerable among us futurism.com/artificial-i...futurism.comChatGPT Now Linked to Way More Deaths Than the Caffeinated Lemonade That Panera Pulled Off the Market in DisgraceChatGPT has been publicly linked to at least eight deaths. OpenAI has announced no plans to take it off the market. 13818
Ginevra Drinka, PhD @cascadialeadership.bsky.social · 18/11/2025Ahhhh so this is why I’m a great researcher 😂 010
Reposted by Ginevra Drinka, PhDAmy Diehl, Ph.D. @amydiehl.bsky.social · 16/11/2025The school system is still built around a 1950s fantasy where one parent (i.e. the mom) is home and is available for non-instructional days off, midday pick-ups, early dismissals, and weeklong winter breaks. Most families don’t live that reality anymore. www.fastcompany.com/91436785/sch...fastcompany.comThe school calendar wasn’t built for working parents and it showsUntil the workplace and the school system sync up, parents will keep paying the price in time, money, and peace of mind. 1720250