Articles tagged with Social Media
A new paper offers a framework for studying online hate and counter speech, analyzing millions of Twitter interactions. Researchers found that organized movements are more effective than individuals in countering hate speech.
Subcutaneous S-ICD therapy is explored as an option for patients with congenital heart disease and high risk of sudden cardiac death. A case study reports successful S-ICD implantation in a patient with ccTGA and DDD pacemaker, without interference between systems.
A meta-analysis of major complications between traditional pacemakers and leadless pacemakers found that leadless pacemakers have potential for future clinical applications. However, more randomized controlled studies are needed to explore safety and practicality.
A new study found that people who spent more time on their phones were more likely to reject larger, delayed rewards in favor of smaller, immediate rewards. This suggests a link between smartphone use and impulsive decision-making.
A randomized controlled trial found that patients with heart failure who received pre-recorded audio messages about self-care at home had lower readmission rates and reduced mortality. The study suggests that clear, consistent messages can improve patient outcomes and may lead to innovative methods of enhancing discharge information.
A University of Kansas researcher found that media coverage incorporating emotion can influence how people think about climate change, making it a more significant issue. Non-governmental organizations (NGOs) also play a crucial role in creating resonance with audiences through their social media activism.
Dr. Fauci will present on COVID-19 public health and scientific challenges, highlighting the risk of death from COVID-19-related heart damage as a significant concern. The presentation aims to provide insights into the latest scientific advancements in understanding and addressing the pandemic.
A new study suggests that ecotourists' motivations may be shifting from environmental and social concerns to the desire for social media-worthy experiences. Researchers found that travelers prioritize taking good photos over sustainability and education, threatening the long-term sustainability of ecotourism destinations.
Experts argue that the US gray wolf population has not fully recovered and that delisting is premature. The authors propose a framework for conservation of adaptive potential to enhance the effectiveness of species recovery.
Researchers found that generating content during experiences increases immersion and enjoyment. People tend to create content that is directly relevant to their current experience, with positive effects on evaluations. Marketers can encourage consumers to generate content by offering incentives or social norms nudges.
A study by the University of Bristol found that Trump's tweets systematically divert attention away from harmful topics to unrelated issues representing his political strengths. This diversion significantly reduces negative media coverage of the harmful topic the next day.
A new study found that over half of COVID-19 data visualizations shared on Twitter contain errors that reduce their clarity, accuracy, or trustworthiness. The study identified five common pitfalls, including mistrust due to lack of data source identification, and suggests steps to overcome these issues.
A study by WVU finance professor Alexander Kurov and his co-author Chen Gu found that firm-level Twitter content can predict next-day stock returns and contains information about upcoming analyst recommendation changes, quarterly earnings surprises, and opening prices of initial public offerings. This research has important implication...
A study presented at the American Heart Association's Scientific Sessions 2020 found that women veterans with PTSD have a 44% higher risk of developing ischemic heart disease compared to those without PTSD. The increased risk was most prominent in younger women, especially those under 40 years old.
A study analyzing over 20,000 participants found that healthy lifestyle behaviors decreased the risk of death regardless of medication usage. Higher numbers of healthy habits led to lower death risks.
Dr. Sonia Y. Angell receives the American Heart Association's 2020 Chairman's Award for her dynamic leadership in public health and promotion of cardiovascular health. Her notable achievements include enacting regulations to ban trans fatty acids, launching coalitions to reduce sodium and sugar in food supply.
Australian public attitudes and perceptions on pandemic measures reflected through Twitter data, influencing policy decisions, shows QUT research. Effective government social media use enhances public health education and awareness concerning social distancing restrictions.
A new study from Penn State reveals how fake news detectors can be manipulated through user comments, allowing adversaries to influence the detector's assessment of a story. The researchers developed a framework called Malcom to generate and optimize malicious comments that fool leading fake news detectors over 93% of the time.
A new study published in Neurology found an association between working for pay and slower memory decline, regardless of marital or parenthood status. Engaging in paid work may offer some protection against memory loss due to cognitive stimulation, social engagement or financial security.
A new study found that social media quantity, content, and context significantly impact adolescents' sleep. Excessive screen time and disturbing content before bed were associated with later bedtime and reduced sleep duration. In contrast, reading books before bed was linked to an earlier bedtime.
New research from UBC Okanagan finds that how people use social media impacts their overall happiness. Passive scrolling and comparison can lead to negative emotions, while direct interactions can enhance emotional well-being.
A new study by University of Illinois researchers Harsh Taneja and Angela Xiao Wu found that corporations use 'nudging' techniques to influence online attention, often in hidden ways. The researchers analyzed clickstream data from a million people and identified common clusters of websites that reflect corporate ownership, partnerships...
A University of Georgia researcher used computer vision to analyze thousands of images from over 100 Instagram accounts of United States politicians, discovering that posts featuring politicians' faces in non-political settings attract more likes and comments. The study found that images with only the politician's face or in personal s...
A recent study by Bocconi University and Princeton suggests that Twitter disadvantaged Donald Trump in the 2016 US presidential election by making independent voters less likely to vote for him. The study found no effect of Twitter on Republican elections, with a shift towards higher approval of Hillary Clinton among independents.
A new study found no association between leisure activities at age 56 and dementia risk over 18 years, but found that stopping participation may be an early sign of dementia. People who took part in more leisure activities at older ages were less likely to develop dementia.
Research from Washington State University found that adolescent males associate cannabis use with improved sexual activity, leading them to express intentions to use marijuana. In contrast, female peers were less swayed by similar messages.
The article discusses emerging applications of AI-related medicine, including novel diagnostic approaches, metadata analytical methods, and AI-aided treatment applications in preclinical and clinical uses. New progress in AI-aided disease prediction holds tremendous potential for future clinical use.
A USC study analyzed over 240 million election-related tweets, finding thousands of bots posting about President Trump and his opponent, spreading right-leaning conspiracies like QAnon. The researchers also identified significant partisan divides among humans, with users retweeting bots' messages aligned with their leanings.
An international time trends analysis reveals that foreign disinformation social media campaigns are strongly associated with a decline in global vaccination rates. The study found a cumulative drop of 12 percentage points across the decade, with a 15% increase in negative tweets about vaccination.
A researcher created a computer model that can distinguish high academic achievers from lower ones based on their social media posts. The model achieved an accuracy of 93.7% in predicting PISA scores, indicating students' academic aptitude.
Researchers from Queensland University of Technology found that image editing software has the power to re-imagine history, and deadline-driven journalists lack tools to detect manipulated images. The study highlights the need for better verification tools and digital literacy to combat visual mis/disinformation online.
A study by Ohio State University found that racial prejudice, poor coping, and partisan media viewing contribute to stigmatization of Asian Americans during the pandemic. Stereotypical beliefs about Asians and envy towards their success were most linked to stigmatization.
A new RAND Corporation report reveals that Facebook users are less apt to press the 'like' button on content when they learn it's part of a foreign propaganda campaign. Researchers found that most users in hyper-partisan news consumer groups reconsider their initial response after source is revealed, with media literacy interventions s...
A study analyzing tweets from the 2017 Hepatitis A outbreak in San Diego found parallels with current misinformation about COVID-19. The researchers suggest proactive measures, such as greater dialogue between government agencies and the public, can help counter misinformation and boost vaccination rates.
The 2020 AERA Brown Lecture features William F. Tate IV discussing the 'segregation pandemic' in education. Tate argues that an ideology of racial biology has caused a global disease, spreading segregation and its effects on society and education.
Research shows that distracted learning significantly impairs students' attention, working memory, and learning outcomes. Educators can empower students to manage distractions by fostering an internal locus of control and promoting active learning. Strategies include removing extraneous devices, using work-reward systems, and incorpora...
A study found that people with severe apathy are 80% more likely to develop dementia than those with low apathy. Greater apathy was also associated with worse cognitive scores, highlighting its potential as an early sign of the disease.
A study by UNLV social media expert Natalie Pennington and Iowa State professor Kelly Winfrey examines what motivates people to engage in politics online. The research suggests that interpersonal relationships outweigh political motivations for some individuals, but high-influence goals drive others to share their views.
A new study suggests that nerves responsible for sensing touch and pain may contribute to the development of autism. The exploratory study found that people with autism have differences in their sensory perception, including reduced nerve fiber density and altered responses to heat and touch.
A new study published in Eating and Weight Disorders found a strong correlation between eating disorders and body dysmorphia, affecting 76% of participants. The research suggests that healthcare professionals should screen individuals with body dysmorphia for eating disorders regularly.
Dr. Adebiyi's research investigates newborn kidney functions and their alterations in acute and long-term disease, with a focus on growth-restricted infants. The new $3 million grant will explore the cellular mechanisms underlying progressive kidney insufficiency in these babies.
A study of 2.2 million tweets found coordinated efforts by foreign actors on Twitter to interfere in the US presidential election, mirroring Russia's tactics from earlier meddling. Researchers recommend detecting and responding to these efforts before an election, and publicizing the threat to protect Americans from online manipulation.
A study by NYU School of Global Public Health researchers found that traditional media, government websites, and social media are leading sources of COVID-19 information. However, trust in these sources varies greatly among different demographic groups.
Researchers discovered that remote ischemic postconditioning therapy can lead to better recovery outcomes for people who have received clot-busting drugs after a stroke. In the study, 72% of participants who received the therapy had favorable recovery scores compared to 50% of those who did not.
A new study found that negative social media rhetoric about refugees in Germany correlated with an increase in anti-refugee hate crimes. The researchers used text analysis tools to investigate the relationship between social media content and offline behavior.
A new study found that Pinterest's moderation of vaccine-related content led to a significant shift in search results, with more accurate information about the HPV vaccine and its benefits. Despite this, limiting search results may contribute to confusion or an information vacuum.
Researchers analyzed Steak-umm's Twitter account and found four key themes: praise, leadership, surprise, and intent to purchase. The study suggests that brands can connect with audiences online by communicating on a human-to-human level and contributing to social change.
A University of Sydney-led study found that human-operated Twitter accounts dominate vaccine-related discussions, with most users unlikely to see or engage with bot-generated content. The researchers suggest that resources could be better spent on education interventions and media literacy training.
Researchers found a growing trend of anti-vaccination discourse on Facebook coalescing around the 'civil liberties' argument, which could impact vaccine-related legislation. The study examined over 250,000 posts on 204 Facebook pages and identified three distinct events that contributed to this shift in online discourse.
A study published in Neurology suggests that outpatients who receive professional rehabilitation training at home through live video consultations may recover their motor skills better than those who do their rehab in person. The study found greater increases in physical mobility and functional brain activity among the remote training ...
Researchers found that excessive social media use is related to depression and secondary trauma, suggesting taking a break may promote well-being. Over half of respondents reported some level of depression, while more than half experienced increased hand washing and face mask use as a result of social media.
Researchers discovered five unapproved pharmaceutical drugs in 'brain boosting' supplements, including omberacetam and phenibut, with doses four times higher than recommended. The study warns of potential serious health risks from using these supplements, especially when combined with prescription drugs or used without medical advice.
Researchers mined Twitter users' follower descriptions to characterize them in detail and analyze the impact of taxpayer-funded research on academia. The study found that hundreds of papers had audience sectors dominated by conspiracy theorists or science denialists, highlighting the need for scientists to monitor social media engagement.
A study found that Instagram users posting self-harm content use ambiguous hashtags to avoid detection, creating online communities for those seeking support. The prevalence and impact of such content remain unknown, with some research suggesting potential benefits from supportive interactions and others highlighting risks of normaliza...
A new study reveals that believing in COVID-19 conspiracy theories predicts increased resistance to vaccination and preventive behaviors, including mask-wearing. The researchers found a widening gap between those who strongly believed in conspiracies and those who did not, with believers being less likely to wear masks and get vaccinated.
Research highlights the benefits of returning to work after spinal cord injury, including improved quality of life, reduced depression, and better health outcomes. Effective approaches include individualized placement support and vocational resource facilitation.
A study of over 4,000 tweets reveals that only a small percentage of Twitter users use JUUL to stop smoking or improve their health. Most tweets about JUUL are positive and discuss first-person usage or the brand's products.
A new database of parliamentarians' tweets from 26 European countries has been compiled, enabling more standardized analyses of politician Twitter use. The database includes tweet IDs from May 2017 to present and could address challenges in cross-border research.
New research found that middle-aged adults with healthier heart habits have a significantly lower risk of developing high blood pressure over the next decade. The study, which included 2,930 Black and white adults, showed a 6% lower risk for each one-point higher Life's Simple 7 score.
Scientists studied the Deepwater Horizon spill's environmental and public health impacts, learning about dispersant effectiveness, oil degradation and marine life harm. Dispersants' benefits include reducing coastal ecosystem damage, but their chemical effects on marine life remain a concern.