influence

cozy living room
28.08.2023

"Friends," a popular American sitcom that aired from 1994 to 2004, had a notable impact on interior design trends, particularly during its original run and in the years following.  The show's depiction of the characters' apartments and communal spaces had a significant influence on popular interior design aesthetics. 

Kate Yakimchuk interior coziness tv House Design 28 August 2023
influence
13.08.2023

Throughout childhood and adolescence, the impact of peer influence on friendships and behaviors is profound.  A recent study conducted by researchers from Florida Atlantic University delves into the nuanced dynamics of peer influence within pairs of friends, revealing a surprising insight: having fewer friends than your partner can heighten your susceptibility to their influence.

Kate Yakimchuk research friendship Psychology 13 August 2023
friends
06.08.2023

When we like our friends, it's hard to see or admit that they can actually influence your life in a bad way. Understanding whether your friends are a bad influence on you requires careful observation and self-reflection. 

Kate Yakimchuk friendship signs Psychology 6 August 2023
social media
09.07.2023

Why do some social media posts go viral while others are ignored?  While it's easier to say that "some posts are simply better than others", there's actually more nuances that you should know about.

Kate Yakimchuk social media posts research information Psychology 9 July 2023
phone call
04.07.2023

Not only meeting people in person, but also phone calling them can be very significant for businessmen and influencers. New research from The University of Texas at Austin reveals the significant influence of phone communications on people's behavior, extending up to four degrees of separation from the initial caller.

Kate Yakimchuk phone phone calls research personality Psychology 4 July 2023