Publication Date
2024
Document Type
Dissertation/Thesis
First Advisor
McCarthy, Randy J.
Degree Name
M.A. (Master of Arts)
Legacy Department
Department of Psychology
Abstract
Gossip and reputation contribute to the smooth functioning of society. Apologizing after a transgression is one way people can repair their relationships and reputations. The current research proposed that reputation concern would promote the desire to apologize after a transgression among those who would be the targets of gossip to an interdependent recipient. The results from the current study, however, did not support the hypothesis. There was no observed difference in the desire to apologize when people believed their behavior would be gossiped about to a related person versus an unrelated person.
Recommended Citation
Schupack, Teddy, "Does Gossip Predict Desire for Apologies?" (2024). Graduate Research Theses & Dissertations. 8033.
https://huskiecommons.lib.niu.edu/allgraduate-thesesdissertations/8033
Extent
91 pages
Language
en
Publisher
Northern Illinois University
Rights Statement
In Copyright
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Media Type
Text
