Posts Tagged ‘social influence’
In other words: Metaphors matter
STANFORD (US) — The public is more supportive of increased law enforcement if its intention is to tame a crime “beast” rather than cure a crime “virus.” Continue…
Monday, February 28, 2011 10:36 - 0 Comments
Society & Culture - Sep 9, 2010 14:51 - 1 Comment
Website ranks Twitter users by influence
NORTHWESTERN (US)—Having tons of followers on Twitter doesn’t necessarily mean you’re among the most influential people in the Twitterverse, according to new research. (more…)
Society & Culture - Jan 18, 2010 14:34 - 3 Comments
Siblings teach each other a thing or two
Laurie Kramer (below), a professor of applied family studies, says that although a parent’s influence on a child’s development shouldn’t be underestimated, neither should a sibling’s. “We know that having a positive relationship with siblings is related to a whole host of better outcomes for teenagers and adults.” (Courtesy: iStockphoto)
Society & Culture - Oct 13, 2009 10:08 - 5 Comments
Parents pick baby names on the rise
NYU (US)—When it comes to choosing a name for baby, it turns out that a name’s popularity isn’t the only influence. Like momentum traders in the stock market, parents today appear to favor names that have recently risen in popularity relative to those on the decline. (more…)
Society & Culture - Oct 12, 2009 16:17 - 4 Comments
Impulse control comes late for teens
UC IRVINE (US)—Teens may not be able to fully control impulses and resist peer pressure until they reach their early 20s, according to a new study of adolescent judgment and decision-making. The findings suggest teens may lack the emotional maturity to be held as responsible as an adult for a violent crime. (more…)
Health & Medicine - Sep 3, 2009 11:25 - 2 Comments
Friends don’t let friends supersize
DUKE (US)—Thin friends who eat a lot could put your waistline in danger. That’s the warning from researchers studying how other people’s weight and food choices influence how much we eat. (more…)
