News tagged with materialistic individuals

Security blankets: Materialism and death anxiety lead to brand loyalty

Materialistic people tend to form strong connections to particular product brands when their level of anxiety about death is high, according to a new study in the Journal of Consumer Research.

Other Sciences / Other

created Jan 26, 2009 | popularity 3.5 / 5 (6) | comments 2




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Consumerism and its antisocial effects can be turned on -- or off

Money doesn't buy happiness. Neither does materialism: Research shows that people who place a high value on wealth, status, and stuff are more depressed and anxious and less sociable than those who do not. Now new research ...

Other Sciences / Social Sciences

created Apr 09, 2012 | popularity 4.8 / 5 (11) | comments 36 | with audio podcast

Author says challenging simple concepts can save planet

Author and democracy activist Frances Moore Lappé says we already know how to solve the pressing issues of our time, such as climate change and world hunger.

Space & Earth / Environment

created May 29, 2009 | popularity 2.8 / 5 (13) | comments 12

Achieving Fame, Wealth, and Beauty are Psychological Dead Ends, Study Says

(PhysOrg.com) -- If you think having loads of money, fetching looks, or the admiration of many will improve your life — think again. A new study by three University of Rochester researchers demonstrates that progress on these ...

Medicine & Health / Psychology & Psychiatry

created May 14, 2009 | popularity 3.9 / 5 (14) | comments 4

It's about time: Consumers may be more likely to enjoy purchase when ads mention time

Do consumers respond more positively to advertisements that mention time ("Miller Time") or money ("Perfection Has Its Price")? A new study in the Journal of Consumer Research found that mentioning time makes consumers more ...

Other Sciences / Social Sciences

created Feb 23, 2009 | popularity 4.5 / 5 (2) | comments 0

Do experiences or material goods make us happier?

Should I spend money on a vacation or a new computer? Will an experience or an object make me happier? A new study in the Journal of Consumer Research says it depends on different factors, including how materialistic you ...

Other Sciences / Other

created Feb 23, 2009 | popularity 4 / 5 (2) | comments 1


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