Behavioral Observations of a University Crosswalk: Demographic and Environmental Factors Influencing Gratitude Expression

Poster Session II

Friday May 23, 2025 (10:30 - 11:30 ET)
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Abstract: Researchers observed and recorded human dynamics after a vehicle stopped for a pedestrian in two crosswalk locations; to determine which behaviors influence frequency of gratitude, with 1586 unique observations. Those on campus, using a cell-phone, not smiling, were less likely to express gratitude, while older people were more likely to.