Different faces in the crowd: A happiness superiority effect for schematic faces in heterogeneous backgrounds

Belinda M. Craig, Stefanie I. Becker, Ottmar V. Lipp

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Abstract

Previous research argues that methodological confounds cause the Anger Superiority Effect, the faster detection of angry than happy faces in crowds. Applying recommendations to eliminate these confounds, we found faster detection of happy than angry schematic faces in heterogeneous backgrounds.
Original languageEnglish
Publication statusPublished - Jul 2014
Externally publishedYes
EventEuropean Association of Social Psychology General Meeting 2014 - Amsterdam, Netherlands
Duration: 9 Jul 201412 Jul 2014

Conference

ConferenceEuropean Association of Social Psychology General Meeting 2014
Abbreviated titleEASP
Country/TerritoryNetherlands
CityAmsterdam
Period9/07/1412/07/14

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