Communication channels such as Facebook may be leading consumers to discuss more interesting products, according…
Month: July 2013
Estrogen’s effects on fat depends on where it’s located
Why women tend to accumulate fat in the stereotypical “pear” shape, with more fat in…
From embarrassing Facebook posts to controversial Tweets, why are consumers oversharing online?
Increased use of digital communication is causing consumers to lose their inhibitions and “overshare” online,…
Why are consumers less likely to buy a product when it’s the only option?
Consumers are more likely to search for alternatives when they are given only one option,…
Empowering your customers? Think twice about social media campaigns
Companies that empower consumers by involving them in important processes such as product development shouldn’t…
Buying a used car? Be sure to flatter the seller
Consumers set high prices when selling their possessions because they feel threatened, according to a…
Legendary brands: Why are consumers still fascinated by the Titanic?
Brands do not necessarily need to present a clear, well-defined image in order to appeal…
Cellular mechanisms for attention in brain uncovered
The ability to pay attention to relevant information while ignoring distractions is a core brain…
Potential well water contaminants highest near natural gas drilling
Researchers tested 100 samples from water wells in and near the Barnett Shale natural gas…
Materialism and loneliness: Is there really a vicious cycle?
Despite being much-maligned, materialism is not always bad for consumers. Loneliness may cause materialism, but…