To The Contrary

Women Labeled ''Emotional'' Seen as Less Credible

According to a new study, women who are labeled "emotional" or told to "calm down" are seen as less credible in a disagreement. Men do not experience similar effects. PANEL: Fmr. Rep. Donna Edwards (D-MD), Fmr. Rep. Nan Hayworth (R-NY), Hilary Rosen; Amala Ekpunobi

Women Labeled ''Emotional'' Seen as Less Credible

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