In spite of the proliferation of selfie-taking in all kinds of contexts, people remain wedded to the idea that they are inherently bad. Early experimentation and the overabundance of duckfaces... read more →
Trying to push the pop culture envelope again, Pepsi’s ad with Kendall Jenner backfired.... read more →
We may be anxious and depressed in this political environment, but the damage goes much deeper. The irrationality, and subsequent intolerance and antagonism, is most dangerous fallout of Trump's flamethrower approach. It... read more →
A recent study on selfies (The Selfie Paradox: Nobody Seems to Like Them Yet Everyone Has Reasons to Take Them. An Exploration of Psychological Functions of Selfies in Self-Presentation by... read more →
I'm very excited to announce the publication of the text Exploring Positive Psychology: The Science of Happiness and Well-Being co-authored with my dear friend, mentor and brilliant psychologist Erik M. Gregory and... 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.