APS

29th APS Annual Convention · 2017

Counterargument and Initial Position in the Context of Positioning Theory

Boston, MA · May 2017

Poster Session · Social

  • Judith Platania
    Roger Williams University
  • Brandon Gelvin
    Roger Williams University
  • Danielle Rumschik
    Roger Williams University
  • Kristina Todorovic
    Roger Williams University

Abstract

In the current study, we test positioning theory as dynamic, stressing the importance of counterargument and strength of position in understanding the model. Results support positioning theory as dynamic. Strongly positioned participants required additional counterarguments compared to weakly positioned participants. Legal attitudes emerged as an important individual difference factor.

Social Cognition

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