Tag: trust development

July 23, 2026 / mohammed looti

Affect-Based Trust: The Emotional Core of Deep Connections

Defining Affect-Based Trust Affect-Based Trust, often abbreviated as ABT, represents the emotional dimension of interpersonal and organizational reliance. It is fundamentally rooted in the feelings and emotional bonds that exist between the trustor and the trustee, moving beyond purely rational calculations of competence or reliability. This form of trust is characterized by a deep, personal […]

July 23, 2026 / mohammed looti

Interpersonal Trust: Head vs. Heart in Human Connection

Introduction to Affect- and Cognition-Based Trust The concept of trust is fundamental to human interaction, serving as the social glue that enables collaboration, reduces transaction costs, and facilitates complex organizational structures. Within psychological and organizational literature, trust is not viewed as a monolithic construct but rather as a multifaceted phenomenon often differentiated into distinct dimensions. […]