In recent years, many studies have been conducted on persuasive effects of narratives in a
health context. A striking feature of this research area is the diversity of the narratives that …

Background: Tales were transmitted from one generation to another, enriching young
people with values, beliefs, imagination and creativity. Children's literature still plays a …

This meta-analysis assessed the persuasive effects of narratives in health communication. A
search of the literature identified 25 studies (N= 9,330) that examined the effects of …

Considering how communities perceive the threat and risks of COVID-19, it is essential to
examine how emotional regulation stimulated through intrinsic and extrinsic incentive …

Vaccine hesitancy (delay in obtaining a vaccine, despite availability) represents a significant
hurdle to managing the COVID-19 pandemic. Vaccine hesitancy is in part related to the …

Background Mental health‐related stigma is widespread and has major adverse effects on
the lives of people with mental health problems. Its two major components are discrimination …

Background Depression and anxiety are common, disabling and chronic. Self-guided
internet-delivered treatments are popular, but few people complete them. New strategies are …

Objective: Examine the longitudinal effects of personal narratives about mammography and
breast cancer compared with a traditional informational approach. Methods: African …

Perceived realism may be a crucial message characteristic facilitating narrative-based
persuasion. This study examined dimensions of perceived realism and their roles in …

Purpose Digital engagement with advertising remains challenging for marketers. This
research examines “being hooked” as the mechanism of narrative transportation associated …