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The Rapid Decay of Persuasion
Persuasion often loses its effectiveness almost immediately after being applied, which presents a significant challenge for researchers and practitioners. Observing the immediate effects, such as polling data post-event or survey responses shortly after exposure to a message, is common, yet the long-term impacts frequently diminish without clear understanding. This rapid decay highlights a critical limitation in the study of persuasion, urging a deeper investigation into the reasons behind this phenomenon and the conditions under which persuasion may retain its influence over time.