ICPS
2019 International Convention of Psychological Science · 2019
Influence of Metaphorical Terms on the Opinion Towards Surrogacy
- Margaux Mohnke
University of Heidelberg - Chris Thomale
University of Heidelberg - Ursula Christmann
University of Heidelberg
Abstract
The present study explored if the opinion on surrogacy can be influenced by using different metaphorical terms for “surrogate mother”. Results indicated that depending on the metaphorical term used, participants favored more monetary compensation of surrogate mothers. The results fit with the framing function of metaphors, influencing causal interpretations.
Attitude
