Language and Persuasion: Linguistic Extremity Influences Message Processing and Behavioral Intentions.

The present studies explore the role of linguistic extremity on message processing, persuasion, and behavioral intentions. Past research has found that the use of intense language has led to increases in attitude—behavior consistency. The authors present research that suggests that one reason for th...

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Publicado en:Journal of Language & Social Psychology Vol. 30; no. 3; pp. 290 - 311
Autores principales: Craig, Traci Y., Blankenship, Kevin L.
Formato: Artículo
Publicado: Sage Publications Inc. Sep2011
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