Jan 26, 2021 · Using nationally representative survey data of U.S. adults, this paper investigates the social groups Greta Thunberg has influenced and the psychological mechanisms by which she has mobilized collective action – what we call the “Greta Thunberg Effect.”

As her recent study reveals, the Greta Thunberg Effect is real and impactful. Hopefully, it will continue to change people’s minds, their actions, and our society for the better because—to use one of Thunberg’s trademark phrases—our house is on fire, and we’re running out of time to save it.

Jan 28, 2021 · 18-year-old climate activist Greta Thunberg’s impact on the world over the past few years has been undeniable — but now, it’s scientifically proven. A new study, recently published in the Journal of Applied Psychology, found that the “Greta Thunberg effect” has caused more people in the U.S. to get involved in climate action.

Feb 4, 2021 · Based on a nationally representative survey of over 1,300 US adults, our study found that Americans who report being more familiar with Greta Thunberg also feel more confident that they can help...

Jan 25, 2021 · Using cross-sectional data from a nationally representative survey of U.S. adults (N = 1,303), we investigate the “Greta Thunberg Effect, ” or whether exposure to Greta Thunberg predicts collective efficacy and intentions to engage in collective action.

Feb 12, 2024 · Greta Thunberg is a major figure in climate change discourse, featuring prominently in the news and social media. Many studies analyzed the “Greta effect,” but there has not been a review that integrates the diverse literature and consolidates insights into her impact on social media.

Mar 10, 2021 · The Greta Thunberg Effect tells us that calls to action need not remain within echo chambers—they can reverberate globally, empowering millions to work together to make a difference.

Using cross-sectional data from a nationally representative survey of U.S. adults (N= 1,303), we investigate the “Greta Thunberg Effect,”or whether exposure to Greta Thunberg predicts collec - tive efficacy and intentions to engage in collective action.

Dec 1, 2024 · This study empirically explored whether the Greta Effect (i.e., the significant increase in young and female protesters in climate protest imagery around the media; Hayes and O′Neill, 2021) would elicit a different response in participants as compared to the usual depictions of male and adult protesters, and those showing a clash with the ...

Nov 1, 2021 · One reason for this shift may be what has been referred to as “The Greta Effect” (e.g. Nevett, 2019). This phrase refers to this climate movement’s success driven in part by the rise of teenage activist Greta Thunberg; and the international renown of a young female role model in inspiring other girls to take part in protests.