Don't buy into the myth that social media is the path to mental illness, depression or overwhelming envy. It is just part of our social world. We are all imperfect... read more →
As if being a parent wasn’t hard enough, now we have to worry about FoMO Parenting. This is a permutation of the FoMO (Fear of Missing Out) that people report... read more →
Social media is the terrorist’s best and worst friend. Acts of terrorism need to be public to get attention, make a statement and spread fear. Social media amplifies these events,... read more →
Public acts of violence are just that, public. They are meant to be overt demonstrations of the perpetrator's power and purpose, offsetting feelings of alienation and powerlessness that are associated... read more →
Obama was the classic Underdog archetype. Social media wasn’t his communications vehicle, it was part of his story. People ask if Hillary Clinton will have a social media advantage because Obama... read more →
Dr. Pamela Rutledge is available to reporters for comments on the psychological and social impact of media and technology on individuals, society, organizations and brands.