Prof. Dr. Paul van Lange writes in the new "Ready for Crisis" column about individualism and that it can actually connect us. According to research, characteristics of individualism are linked to an open and positive basic attitude toward strangers. Precisely that combination of maintaining familiar relationships and establishing new ones is crucial for dealing with various crises, according to van Lange.
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Scientific research helps us better understand what can be important for creating successful crisis response. But we also want to use the knowledge and experiences that people have gained through crises. In the preparation for crises and in dealing with crises, citizens, teachers, policeman and local administrators play an important role. That is why we established Adapt! Academy. Adapt! Academy will do research in numerous municipalities in collaboration with local partners.
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