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Psychological impact of ghosting research
Overview
Psychological research published in the Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin has examined the emotional consequences of “ghosting” on both the initiator and the recipient.
Initial findings indicate a significant discrepancy in how the behavior is perceived. While those being ghosted experience anxiety, sadness, and confusion, the individuals who initiate the silence often feel worse than recipients assume. Those being ignored frequently label the behavior as ghosting, whereas the initiators may view their actions as mere delays or a way to avoid uncomfortable conversations.
Subsequent studies by researchers from the University of California, Berkeley and the University of Cambridge further detailed the emotional distress of the initiators. The research found that many ghosters are “haunted by feelings of guilt, shame, and remorse,” with some exhibiting depressive symptoms. The data suggests that victims often underestimate the emotional toll on the person who stops communicating, particularly when the act is unintentional.
Entities
Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin · Coral Zheng · University of Cambridge · University of California, Berkeley · Sophia Li
Timeline
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[CULTURE] 2 sourcesResearch shows ghosters often experience guilt and shame
Research from UC Berkeley and the University of Cambridge finds that people who ghost others often suffer from guilt, shame, and remorse, despite victims underestimating the ghoster's emotional distress.
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[HEALTH] 3 sourcesPsychological research reveals the impact of ghosting on both parties
Research indicates that ghosting causes significant distress for both parties, with those who disappear often feeling more guilt or discomfort than the recipients realize.
Sources
nypost.com · psychologytoday.com · studenti.it · tech.everyeye.it · vijesti.me