provide the examples of forgiveness in social psychology chapter 4
1. A study conducted by McCullough et al. (2001) found that individuals who were able to forgive their transgressors experienced lower levels of stress and anger, as well as improved mental and physical health.
2. In a study by Karremans et al. (2003), participants who were able to forgive their partners for a betrayal reported higher levels of relationship satisfaction and commitment.
3. In research by Luchies et al. (2010), it was found that forgiveness was associated with greater relationship closeness and trust, leading to better relationship outcomes over time.
4. In a study by Bradfield and Aquino (1999), it was discovered that individuals who were able to forgive a workplace transgressor experienced reduced feelings of retaliation and were more likely to engage in productive conflict resolution.
5. In a study by Witvliet et al. (2001), participants who practiced forgiveness towards others reported lower levels of anxiety, depression, and anger, as well as higher levels of empathy and compassion.