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phenomenon > memory phenomenon > sleeper effect

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sleeper effect  

Definition

  • In some circumstances, a message produced by a low credible source becomes more persuasive over time.

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Bibliographic citation(s)

  • • Hovland, C. I., & Weiss, W. (1951). The influence of source credibility on communication effectiveness. Public Opinion Quarterly, 15(4), 635-650. https://doi.org/10.1086/266350

    [Study type: empirical study / Access: closed]

  • • Kumkale, G. T., & Albarracin, D. (2004). The sleeper effect in persuasion: A meta-analytic review. Psychological bulletin, 130(1), 143-172. https://doi.org/10.1037/0033-2909.130.1.143

    [Study type: meta-analysis / Access: closed]

Creator

  • Frank Arnould

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