Published: 2020-11-08

Is it worth trust anothers? Some functions of social trust on the example of urban community

Monika Mularska-Kucharek

Abstract

Considering the usefulness of social trust in numerous contexts on the micro-, meso- and macrosocial level, exploring the potential benefits of expressions of social trust should form a crucial aspect of academic research and studies. This article is an attempt to meet these demands and a voice in the discussion on the usefulness of social trust in various aspects of social life.  The empirical basis for the analyses presented here is provided by four representative quantitative studies conducted among the residents of the Lodzkie voivodship.  The research proves the positive influence of social trust on social and political activity, quality of life, entrepreneurship and willingness to cooperate with others. Therefore, social trust is a vital resource, which may turn out to be exceptionally useful in achieving the goals of individuals, groups and communities.

Keywords:

social trust, functions of social trust, cities

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Mularska-Kucharek, M. (2020). Is it worth trust anothers? Some functions of social trust on the example of urban community. Studia Miejskie, 21, 101–116. Retrieved from https://czasopisma.uni.opole.pl/index.php/sm/article/view/2541

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