The Psychological Cost of Inequality: How Economic Disparities Drive Us Apart

Economic inequality is a feature present in all modern societies. Some countries have made efforts to reduce it, while in other contexts, its maintenance has been advocated. In this brief presentation, Rodriguez-Bailon provides evidence supporting the negative psychological impacts that economic inequality has on both the more and the less privileged, particularly those related to individuals' social relations and well-being. She will also outline some recommendations derived from research to promote equality.