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January 2009 PMID 19076316

Signs of socioeconomic status: a thin-slicing approach.

Michael W Kraus, Dacher Keltner

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The discussions include support for the idea that nonverbal cues can indicate social class, as shown in posts mentioning 'social cues' and 'thin-slicing.' Conversely, some comments, like acknowledging ongoing work despite institutional decisions, suggest skepticism about the immediate impact, all conveyed with respectful tones and subtle interest in social research.

AgreementNeither agree nor disagree

Discussions show mixed reactions, with some support and some skepticism toward the article's claims.

InterestModerate interest

People are generally somewhat interested, especially in how nonverbal cues relate to social class, but not deeply invested.

EngagementModerate engagement

There is moderate engagement, as some posts analyze concepts like social cues and their significance, but others are more superficial.

ImpactModerate impact

The overall influence of these discussions appears modest, signaling awareness but not widespread change or debate.

Abstract in brief

  • The study explores how nonverbal behaviors in brief interactions can signal a person's socioeconomic status (SES), with higher SES individuals showing more disengagement cues like doodling and fewer engagement cues such as head nods.
  • Observers viewing 60-second video clips could reliably estimate participants' SES based on these nonverbal cues, which correlated with actual measures like family income and maternal education.
  • The findings suggest that nonverbal behaviors serve as systematic signs of SES and may influence social interactions, highlighting how SES can be "thinsliced" or inferred quickly from brief social exchanges.]
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ケイ
@mikaitabi · X

【お金持ちの見抜き方】 お金持ちは他の人と比べて「非エンゲージメント行動」が多い。 非エンゲージメント行動：他人との対話に関係ない行動（スマホを触ったり、落書きしたり、服をさわってみたりなど） 他人への依存の低下（頼る必要がない）ことからこのような行為か？ https://t.co/MzTUpTN2dr

Jun 21, 2020 · 3 likes · 7,173 followers View post →
Bora Meraj
@borameraj · X

@mwkraus There is more: 4) Social class and prosocial behavior: The moderating role of public versus private contexts & this one 5) Signs of socioeconomic status: A thin-slicing approach! Despite these institutions' decisions, your work will continue to make a difference!! Thank you !!

Feb 16, 2022 · 1 like · 544 followers View post →

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@1qaz5tgb3edc · X

「社会的に地位の高い人は社会的な場面で不道徳になりやすい」 #心理学 #不道徳 #社会的地位 Kraus, M. W., & Keltner, D. (2009). Signs of socioeconomic status: a thin-slicing approach. Psychological science, 20(1), 99–106. https://t.co/bBmoVaO0ur

May 16, 2022 · 5,836 followers View post →
Bora Meraj
@borameraj · X

@mwkraus There is more: 4) Social class and prosocial behavior: The moderating role of public versus private contexts & this one 5) Signs of socioeconomic status: A thin-slicing approach! Despite these institutions' decisions, your work will continue to make a difference!! Thank you !!

Feb 16, 2022 · 1 like · 544 followers View post →
ケイ
@mikaitabi · X

【お金持ちの見抜き方】 お金持ちは他の人と比べて「非エンゲージメント行動」が多い。 非エンゲージメント行動：他人との対話に関係ない行動（スマホを触ったり、落書きしたり、服をさわってみたりなど） 他人への依存の低下（頼る必要がない）ことからこのような行為か？ https://t.co/MzTUpTN2dr

Jun 21, 2020 · 3 likes · 7,173 followers View post →