Rumor psychology : social and organizational approaches / Nicholas DiFonzo and Prashant Bordia.
| Author/creator | DiFonzo, Nicholas |
| Other author | Bordia, Prashant. |
| Format | Book |
| Edition | 1st ed. |
| Publication Info | Washington, DC : American Psychological Association, ©2007. |
| Description | x, 292 pages : illustrations ; 27 cm |
| Supplemental Content | Table of contents only |
| Subjects |
| Contents | Defining rumor -- Forms, frequency, and fallout of rumors -- Psychological factors in rumor spread -- Factors associated with belief in rumor -- Rumor as sense making -- Rumor accuracy : patterns of content change, conceptualization, and overall accuracy -- Mechanisms facilitating rumor accuracy and inaccuracy -- Trust and organizational rumor transmission -- Rumor management -- Summary, model, and research agenda. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references (p. 261-276) and indexes. |
| LCCN | 2006009552 |
| ISBN | 1591474264 |
| ISBN | 9781591474265 (hbk.) |
| ISBN | 9781591474265 |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joyner | General Stacks | HM1241 .D54 2007 | ✔ Available | Place Hold |