A study by Emily Van Duyn found that 136 women in rural Texas who voted for Hillary Clinton formed a secret group to resist Trump, fearing physical retaliation. Despite concerns about their image, the women actively engaged in politics behind the scenes, including contacting representatives and tracking legislation.
Researchers found that Finsta is used to bond with friends and escape reality, contrary to popular belief. Users post inappropriate content on Finsta to make their friends laugh and archive memories together.
A recent study by researchers at the University of Koblenz-Landau and the University of Wurzburg found that people who watched live interactions with a robot were more likely to consider the robot to have more human-like qualities. Observing a live interaction or encountering the robot in virtual reality led to more perceived realness,...
A recent study found that genetics play a significant role in determining social media use, accounting for one-third to two-thirds of the variance. The research used twin study survey data and provided an analytical blueprint for studying genetic influence on communication behaviors.
A recent study found that adolescents' use of Instagram strengthened their friendships, leading to lower levels of depression. Frequent Instagram use was related to increased closeness to friends, which in turn was linked to better mental health.
A recent study by researchers at Chatham University found that friends are no better than complete strangers at interpreting correct emotional intent in e-mails. The study used three studies to test the effect of contextual information on the confidence and accuracy of affective communication via e-mail.
Researchers analyzed 571 games from 1983-2014 and found that female character sexualization peaked in the 1990s and declined after 2007. The study provides a comprehensive look at female characters in video games over time, challenging previous assumptions about stereotypical portrayals.
Researchers found that participants abandoned automated advisors after receiving bad advice, but forgave human advisors more easily. The study suggests potential downsides of automation in the workplace, highlighting the importance of trust and forgiveness in human-computer interactions.
A recent study found that drivers who felt a strong social connection with their car's virtual voice crashed more during a simulator test. The researchers suggest that the development of autonomous and quasi-autonomous cars should consider the impact of voices on driver safety.
Researchers at Stanford University discovered that touching a robot's intimate areas triggers physiological arousal in humans. The experiment used Aldebaran Robotics' NAO human-shaped robot and measured skin conductance and reaction time.
A recent study by researchers at the University of California, Davis, found that gamers using thin avatars showed increased physical activity compared to those using obese avatars. The study replicated previous findings on both male and female participants.
A recent study found that corporations can enhance their trustworthiness by embracing both positive and negative comments on social media. By addressing both self-serving and public-serving motives, companies can reduce perceived negativity and increase perceived altruism.
A study published in Journal of Communication found that 16% of Jewish Israeli Facebook users unfriended friends during the Israel-Gaza conflict due to political comments. Users who unfriended were more likely to be ideologically extreme and less supportive of free speech.
A recent study found that mobile device tweets are more likely to employ egocentric language compared to non-mobile device tweets. Researchers analyzed 235 million tweets and discovered a consistent greater ratio of egocentric to non-egocentric tweets on mobile platforms.
A study found that companies presenting a human voice on social media improve their corporate reputation, with customers having a more positive view. The researchers conducted a two-year longitudinal study and surveyed over 3,500 participants to reach this conclusion.
A study found that participants who were exposed to prejudiced comments posted by others showed an increase in their own levels of prejudice toward Asians. They also tended to post more prejudiced comments about Asians themselves. The researchers suggest that anti-prejudiced comments can have a beneficial impact in reducing racial bias.
A study found that enhanced profile pictures of women increase their perceived attractiveness and trustworthiness for male viewers. However, the same effect does not apply to men, who find beautified profiles less trustworthy yet more attractive. This mixed result has implications for online dating and the risks associated with catfish...
A study found that kindergartners sharing iPads in class scored higher on achievement tests compared to those with individual iPads or no technology. The collaborative learning environment made a significant difference in student outcomes.
A recent study by researchers at the University of Texas at Austin found that individuals with low self-regulation are more likely to binge-watch TV as a coping mechanism for negative emotions. The study also revealed that those who lack self-control are unable to stop clicking 'Next' even when aware of other tasks.
A study found that TV crime news over-represented Muslims (81%) and Latinos (97%) as perpetrators and victims, while under-representing African-Americans, despite FBI reports showing different demographics.
A recent study found that having a journalist engage with commenters can reduce incivility and increase the use of evidence in comments. The researchers partnered with a local television news station and conducted an experiment using its Facebook community, resulting in a statistically significant effect on the tone of the comments.
A recent study found that individuals who experienced intense verbal aggression as children are more resilient to conflict as adults. The researchers measured cortisol levels in saliva samples from 50 romantically involved couples and found a weakened physiological stress response for those with higher childhood exposure.
A recent study by Christopher Ferguson found no association between media violence consumption and societal violence rates. However, violent video game consumption was strongly correlated with declines in youth violence rates.
A study published in the Journal of Computer-Mediated Communication found that habitual Facebook users are more likely to accept strangers as friends and give them personal information. This is because Facebook's design fosters habit formation and users with large social networks, frequent use, and impulsive behavior are more susceptib...
A recent study found that using active questioning techniques can significantly improve the accuracy of lie detection in interrogations, with experts achieving near-perfect results (97.8%) compared to non-experts. This suggests that simply watching or listening is not enough for effective deception detection.
Researchers found that people who engaged in media use after work experienced higher levels of guilt and feelings of failure, rather than relaxation and recovery. This suggests that the use of media can conflict with other important duties and goals in everyday life.
Researchers found that people exposed to core disgusts in movies show higher attention levels and remember content better, even with negative reactions. The study suggests that disgusting content can be a effective device for content creators.
The Net Children Go Mobile Project found that 46% of children own a smartphone and 41% use it daily, leading to increased digital skills but also online risks such as cyberbullying and exposure to sexual content. However, mobile internet access does not create vulnerability, and younger users are more likely to be affected by these risks.
A recent study found that increased time on Facebook can lead to more negative feelings and comparisons to friends' bodies among college-aged women. The researchers also discovered that more time spent on Facebook was associated with a greater attention to physical appearance, including one's own body and clothing.
A study by Chen and Yang found that presenting risk messages through visual tables and graphs increased participants' risk perception and reluctance to engage in binge-drinking behavior. The researchers aimed to curb this behavior with an innovative approach focusing on cancer incidence rates attributable to drinking.
A study found that children with a specific variation of the serotonin-transporter gene were more likely to consume high amounts of violent media and exhibit ADHD-related behaviors. The researchers suggest that genetic factors may play a role in shaping children's media use habits.
A recent study found that between 30-40% of parents learn to use technology from their children. Children from lower socioeconomic families have a significant influence on their parents' digital media use. This bottom-up influence process is more common among mothers and lower-income families.
Researchers found that many people are honest and truthful in their dishonesty, contradicting the common notion that everyone lies frequently. The study also showed that some individuals who admitted to lying more often actually lied more often, suggesting a lack of self-awareness.
A study found that preschoolers with TVs in their bedrooms and high background TV exposure have weaker understanding of mental states. However, children who had discussions about TV with their parents performed better on theory of mind tasks. This impairment may contribute to disruptive social behaviors.
A recent study found that 30% of children admit to being cyberbullied, while only slightly higher than 10% of their parents reported being aware. Parents who use permissive parenting styles are more likely to be unaware of their child's online behavior.
A recent study found that people who engage in health-specific social networking sites are more likely to quit smoking and maintain abstinence. The study suggests that increased social connectedness on these sites leads to a stronger sense of community, trust, and self-efficacy, ultimately aiding smokers in quitting
A recent study found that exposure to hardcore pornography was associated with higher levels of sexism in a subgroup of Danish adults, particularly those low in agreeableness. The study suggests individual differences play a significant role in the impact of pornography on attitudes towards women.
A recent study found that long-distance couples tend to be more intimate with each other, largely due to their increased disclosure of personal thoughts and feelings. This heightened intimacy is also driven by the idealization of their partner's behaviors, which becomes more pronounced in text-based communication.
A recent study by researchers at the University of Michigan found that parents with heavy TV viewing are more likely to feed their children junk food. Food-secure families' preschoolers have a distorted view of healthy food, and this link is very strong among these households.
Researchers surveyed over 800 participants to identify variables that predict high-risk sexual behavior. The cultural factor proved most reliable in predicting high-risk sexual behavior, with gender stereotyping, sexual fantasy, and pornography usage playing significant roles.
Researchers found that humans exhibit similar emotional reactions when watching videos of robots being treated affectionately or violently, as they do when viewing the same actions towards humans. This discovery has implications for the development of more empathetic and engaging robotic systems.
Researchers found that audiences are drawn to violent content due to a desire to confront and understand real-life problems, rather than solely for entertainment. The study used a large binational sample to examine the motivations behind exposure to violent portrayals, suggesting a more complex and nuanced understanding of human behavior.
A recent study found that children of parents who didn't disclose their own drug use but delivered a strong antidrug message were more likely to exhibit antidrug attitudes. Parents should consider the potential unintended consequences of sharing their past substance use stories with their kids.
A field study found that signs with relatable messages in bathrooms led to an 86% hand-washing rate, compared to 75% without such messages. Researchers believe these messages can significantly impact public health, particularly during cold and flu season.
A study found that frequent internet use reduces cancer fatalism, especially among those with low education and health knowledge. The research suggests internet access can be a crucial channel for health communication in addressing cancer disparities.
A new study finds that men and women with smaller finger ratios self-reported higher levels of verbal aggression. The research suggests that prenatal testosterone may play a role in the development of verbal aggression, providing new insights for therapists and communication scientists.
A new study by German scholars found that viewers' impressions of political candidates are heavily weighted to the content of their speech rather than nonverbal cues. The research suggests that politicians should focus on improving their verbal communication skills to make a stronger impression on voters.
A content analysis of 150 children's TV shows found that 92% contained some form of social aggression. Attractive perpetrators who committed social aggression were rarely punished, and such scenes were often presented in a humorous way.
A recent study found that positive depictions of strong female characters can mitigate the negative impacts of violent media on viewers' attitudes towards women. The research, conducted by Christopher Ferguson, surveyed 150 university students and showed that men and women exhibited less anxiety when viewing shows with positive female ...
Dafna Lemish has partnered with UNICEF to develop a free resource package for creating quality media for children, based on her research on effective communication strategies. The initiative aims to improve children's lives by providing guidance on age-appropriate content and holistic approaches.