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People with autism less likely to succumb to bystander effect, York U father-son research duo finds
TORONTO, Oct. 26, 2023 — A well-established psychological theory states that most of us are less likely to intervene in a bad situation if other people are present, and this ‘bystander effect’ also applies to workplace settings. However, new research led by York University shows that people with autism are less likely to be affected by this social contagion than neurotypical people. They are less likely to stay silent in the face of gross misconduct or even just everyday mistakes, pointing to the positive aspects of autism and how organizations can benefit from hiring more neurodivergent people, findings reveal.
York University will award honorary degrees to four outstanding individuals recognized as exemplary changemakers during the 2023 Fall Convocation
From Oct. 11 to 20, graduates will cross the stage at six different ceremonies, with an additional ceremony for the School of Continuing Studies.
Shared commitment to a more inclusive, sustainable and prosperous future recognized during Desjardins President’s visit to York U
Desjardins partnership in support of critical York accelerator programs highlighted during university tour event
Sport marketing expert available on FIFA World Cup 2022 live from Qatar
York University Marketing Instructor Vijay Setlur will be in Doha as an observer and soccer fan TORONTO, November 18, 2022 – Vijay Setlur, a marketing instructor specializing in sport marketing and tourism marketing at York University’s Schulich School of Business, is available to comment on various aspects of FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 throughout the […]
