Study: Comments On Facebook Profile Pictures Affect Perceived Attractiveness

Comments left on Facebook profile pictures “strongly affect the level of perceived attractiveness of the profile owner physically, socially, and professionally,” according to a recent study by researchers at the University of Missouri.

Comments left on Facebook profile pictures “strongly affect the level of perceived attractiveness of the profile owner physically, socially, and professionally,” according to a recent study by researchers at the University of Missouri.

The study also found that Facebook users with profile photos that include social cues, additional information, and positive comments are viewed as much more socially and physically attractive than users with fewer social cues and negative comments.

Doctoral student Seoyeon Hong conducted the research, along with University of Missouri School of Journalism Associate Prof.

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