Impact of an Interactive Anti-Speeding Threat Appeal: How Much Threat Is Too Much?

This study investigates the impact of an interactive television public-service announcement (PSA) containing an anti-speeding threat appeal on feelings of telepresence and behavioral intention. In a 2 × 2 × 2 between-subjects factorial design with 213 participants, the level of threat evoked by a tr...

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Published in:CyberPsychology, Behavior & Social Networking Vol. 14; no. 5; pp. 281 - 290
Main Authors: Panić, Katarina, Cauberghe, Verolien, De Pelsmacker, Patrick
Format: Journal Article
Published: Mary Ann Liebert, Inc. May2011
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