Survey honesty boosted by asking about good deeds first

Phys.org12/8/2025 • Last cited 12/14/2025

Summary

Researchers found that reminding individuals of their good deeds before asking about socially sensitive behaviors in surveys can increase honesty in responses, according to a study reported by Phys.org. This approach appears to create a more open environment for discussing morally questionable actions.

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