May
16
Parents should assume that, at some point, their child will come across something inappropriate online, such as porn or violence, that can be upsetting or scary. Younger children are more likely to have this happen by accident. Older children may be curious. Just like the Playboy Magazines hidden under the...
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May
04
Instagram for Kids Key Points: Don’t rely on tech companies to protect your kids’ mental health. Kid-friendly apps don’t solve the potential psychological problems of social media use. Parental influence decreases relative to that of peers during the tween and teen years, increasing the importance of social acceptance and rejection....
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Apr
27
KEY POINTSDark Triad personality traits including entitlement, deception, lack of empathy, and manipulation are common among reality TV characters.Dark Triad traits are also associated with con artists. On realiy shows, manipulation and self-interest attract viewers because conflict activates emotion and drama.Brands should be cautious about who they choose to represent...
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Apr
07
Overview Clubhouse is the ‘app du jour.’ A throwback, it is audio-only for drop-in discussions, serendipitous meetings, and eavesdropping without shame. Invitation- and IOS-only, exclusivity, celebrity, and FOMO fuel its appeal; voice transmits emotion without the distraction of video, creating a sense of intimacy. Popular with marketers and Influencers, there...
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Apr
01
Social media fame is more fragile than celebrity built on talent over time. Influencers' success relies less on their content and more on their ability to maintain an emotional connection with their fans. Fans are fickle at the best of times. Generalized COVID anxiety and hypersensitivity to social issues make...
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Dr. Pamela Rutledge is available to reporters for comments on the psychological and social impact of media and technology on individuals, society, organizations and brands.