Lawyers, this one is worth a read. Research indicates that many lawyers have a pessimistic explanatory style. For example, a 2004 study of 292 members of the North Carolina bar found that 53% had pessimistic explanatory styles (with males and associate-level lawyers being the most pessimistic), over 27% were at risk for depression, and 51% had elevated levels of perceived stress. Perceived stress was the highest predictor of depression, followed by explanatory style and work addiction. Some degree of pessimism may be useful for lawyers to perform their jobs well. It may help them spot and predict risk to advise clients. But it can have serious negative effects. Pessimism has been linked with depression, stress, and anxiety, while optimism buffers against depression and other health problems.
Posted on: Tue, 12 Aug 2014 17:18:42 +0000
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