The psychology of gossip..and it's not good | by Mukti Masih
Beyond survival, several psychological drivers keep us engaged in talking about others: GWSSGBNMOSzip
: Just as primates use physical grooming to bond, humans use gossip as "social grooming". It allows us to exchange information about the reputations of others without direct interaction. The psychology of gossip
: By spreading news about who is trustworthy and who is selfish, gossip helps a group regulate social norms and identify "free riders" or defectors who might exploit the community. GWSSGBNMOSzip