News consumers differ widely in their preferences for negative or positive content
Research regularly finds that Americans respond more strongly to negative news content, but a recent study suggests it's a global occurrence.
Sep 4, 2019
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Research regularly finds that Americans respond more strongly to negative news content, but a recent study suggests it's a global occurrence.
Sep 4, 2019
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Twitter has broken news stories, launched and ended careers, started social movements and toppled governments, all by being an easy, direct and immediate way for people to share what's on their minds. Researchers from the ...
Jan 21, 2015
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When tragic events happen, no matter how far away from us they are, it's hard not to pay attention. Many of us empathize with the people in these situations and wonder how we can get involved, or if there's anything we can ...
Nov 16, 2023
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In today's highly polarized political environment, is it possible to stay up-to-date with the news of the day without getting totally stressed out?
Jan 19, 2023
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The stress of following daily political news can negatively affect people's mental health and well-being, but disengaging has ramifications, too, according to research published by the American Psychological Association.
Jan 13, 2023
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Doomscrolling can be a normal reaction to living through uncertain times. It's natural to want to understand dramatic events unfolding around you and to seek out information when you're afraid. But becoming absorbed in bad ...
Sep 9, 2022
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Have you found yourself irritable, sad or close to tears when watching the news lately? If so, you are not alone.
Mar 14, 2022
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Persuading people to get a COVID-19 vaccine remains a challenge even as more than a 120 million people in the U.S. have received at least one dose.
Apr 14, 2021
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Researchers in Denmark have found that negative news stories about statins are linked to some people choosing to discontinue their statin treatment, which, in consequence, is associated with an increased risk of heart attacks ...
Dec 1, 2015
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If you're one of the world's 1.3 billion regular Facebook users, you'll know the feeling of being consumed by your news feed.
Jan 30, 2015
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