Can rude behavior mask sexism? Study says yes
Being rude to everyone can hide sexism, according to a recent analysis from a researcher at The University of Texas at Dallas.
Social Sciences
Apr 25, 2022
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News tagged with negative comments
Study finds increase in women giving TED talks but not ethnic minorities
Women gave more than half of TED talks in the first half of 2017, up from less than one-third in 2006, according to a new study published in Political Research Exchange. But the German research team also found that ethnic ...
Social Sciences
Sep 2, 2019
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Study: Social media sways exercise motivation
It's January – a time when students are looking for that extra bit of oomph. For some, time spent on social media might provide the necessary inspiration to get up and exercising – but that time can come with consequences, ...
Social Sciences
Jan 17, 2019
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What our negative comments and consumer gripes on social media reveal about us
A supermarket starts stocking hot-cross buns straight after Christmas. A cling-wrap brand shifts its serrated cutter bar from the base of the box to inside the lid. The maker of M&M's chocolates changes its marketing. Each ...
Social Sciences
Apr 12, 2022
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New study finds people are using Twitter to bridge political divides
Given the current atmosphere of political polarization, conventional wisdom suggests that conversations about politics—especially those taking place online—are both unpleasant and unproductive. However, a new study finds ...
Social Sciences
May 14, 2019
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Was the restaurant really that bad—or was it just the rain?
There are a few things that will result in poor customer reviews of a restaurant: bad service, bad food—and bad weather.
Social Sciences
Apr 22, 2019
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Women TEDx speakers receive more polarized comments than men: study
A recent study found that online responses to female presenters in TEDx and TED-Ed videos were more polarized than responses to male presenters.
Social Sciences
Jun 26, 2018
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Negative tweets can trash TV programs for other viewers
Negative social media comments about a television show tend to lower enjoyment for other viewers, while positive comments may not significantly boost their enjoyment, according to researchers.
Internet
Jun 22, 2017
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Commenters exposed to prejudiced comments more likely to display prejudice themselves
Comment sections on websites continue to be an environment for trolls to spew racist opinions. The impact of these hateful words shouldn't have an impact on how one views the news or others, but that may not be the case. ...
Social Sciences
Jun 25, 2015
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Does corporate social responsibility reduce negative reviews for bad service?
When a company's service falls short of expectations, consumers can react harshly, spreading negative comments or changing companies. But a new study in the Journal of Public Policy & Marketing shows that consumers practice ...
Economics & Business
Jan 21, 2015
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