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The Psychology of Gen Z’s Historical Nostalgia: What Brands Need to Know
This article was originally published in PR News. In a world of constant digital connectivity and rapid technological change, Generation Z is exhibiting a fascinating psychological phenomenon: They're deeply nostalgic for eras they never experienced firsthand. Far...
Bring Together Social Researchers and News Leaders To Promote Innovative Community Engagement
This article was originally published in the American Press Institute. I greatly enjoy sharing my expertise in social psychology with the media industry. Newsrooms often call upon me to share my knowledge of nostalgia and how my research on nostalgia’s psychological...
Digital Flourishing: A New Year’s Resolution Worth Keeping
This article was originally published in the Washington Examiner. As we usher in a new year, countless resolutions will focus on our relationship with digital technology, with many centering on a singular goal: cutting back. Yet, instead of resolving to use...
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Digital Flourishing in America
Click here to open the PDF in a new tab. Executive Summary “Digital flourishing” refers to feeling good about how we interact with others online and the choices we make in our digital lives. This concept is the counterpart to reports of ill effects related to digital...
Gen Z and the Power of Historical Nostalgia
FOREWORD By Clay Routledge One of humanity’s most remarkable capabilities is our ability to mentally time travel. While this cognitive gift enables us to envision and plan for the future—a key to our success as a species—we also draw profound psychological sustenance...
Exploring Americans’ Visions of the Future
As an existential psychologist who studies human motivation, I believe that cultivating a positive vision of the future is essential to building a better tomorrow. Unfortunately, existing research suggests that there is much work to be done. Numerous surveys indicate...
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