October 2022

Gambling is a common recreational activity where individuals bet money or something of value on an uncertain outcome. While it is often viewed as an adult activity, adolescents may engage in gambling as well. Adolescents’ gambling behavior ranges from no gambling to occasional social gambling, and can even include gambling that is excessive or out…

Rumor is a social phenomenon that can have both positive and negative effects, and is often used for a detrimental effect. For example, political candidates often face rumors about their opponents before an election, and rumors can also tarnish a candidate’s reputation. Rumors also play a role in strategic communication, the process of crafting messages…