Interdisciplinary Humanities and Communication Studies
ISSN 2960-1320(Online) Editor: Cosimo Arnesano (University of Southern California), Ning Deng (International ACAC Executive Board Member 2021-2023 and International Visitor leadership Program Fellow), Alexei (Columbia University), Aytek Erdil (University of Cambridge), Cosimo Arnesano (University of Southern California), Freya Baetens (Cambridge University), Osman (Carnegie Mellon University) Interdisciplinary Humanities and Communication Studies provides a platform for scholars, practitioners, and students to share their latest research and insights in communication and humanities. With an interdisciplinary focus, the journal covers diverse topics such as cultural studies, media studies, language studies, literary studies, and visual arts, ensuring readers stay informed about the most relevant research across multiple fields. Committed to promoting research with real-world applications, the journal emphasizes practical implications, making it a valuable resource for professionals and academics seeking to bridge theoretical knowledge with impactful practice.
The analysis of high IQ’s different effects on marriage rates for men and women
Research shows that high IQ (Intelligence Quotient) is positively correlated with increasing marriage rates for men and negatively correlated with increasing marriage rates for women. This paper uses the framework of cognitive psychology and evolutionary psychology to elucidate the potential reasons for this phenomenon. In general, women value intelligence more than men when choosing a mate, so knowledgeable women face a more limited range of choices. The social culture of marriage and reproduction is more consistent with men’s pursuit of marriage, which can easily lead to cognitive dissonance in women. At present, gender bias is still widespread, and this paper calls for the protection of the rights of women and other marginalised groups in the choice of marriage and the promotion of equality of opportunity and choice-making.
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Market Analysis and Strategic Recommendations for ChoEarth: Leveraging Arknights IP in the Collectibles Industry
During the past decades, the global collectibles industry has grown rapidly. It is mainly because of the changing tastes for consumers. More consumers have the demands for emotional engagement, scarcity and personalized products. People begin to show passion for those products such has blind boxes. This article mainly uses ChoEarth which is a new brand of blind boxes (brand related to a smart phone game called Arknights) as an example to examine its positioning, consumer base and market strategies. Using some theories and analysis like SWOT, STP theory and 4P theory to study the market strategy. According to the study, this research would analyze and make some recommendation, including emphasis on IP collaboration, enhancing storytelling and narrative value, increasing community engagement and future expansion of the worldwide market. The purpose of this study is to provide some objective analysis which can be helpful for ChoEarth or other similar blind boxes toy brands.
A Study on TikTok’s Marketing Project – Audience, Offerings, GTM, and Brand Immersion
This undergraduate thesis examines TikTok’s marketing ecosystem, focusing on its target audience, core marketing offerings, go-to-market (GTM) strategies, and brand immersion. With 1.7 billion monthly active users (as of 2024) and an average daily usage of 52 minutes per user, TikTok has evolved from a short-form video platform to a critical marketing hub. The research combines primary data (semi-structured interviews with 18 TikTok users aged 18–34 across 8 countries) and secondary data (industry reports, peer-reviewed studies, and brand case studies) to achieve three objectives: analyze TikTok’s marketing components, evaluate its competitive position in short-form video marketing, and derive actionable recommendations. Key findings reveal that TikTok’s success stems from algorithm-driven personalization, user-generated content (UGC) culture, and audience-centric tools (e.g., branded challenges, TikTok Shop). Primary research highlights that authenticity (e.g., real user content, KOC recommendations) and interactivity are core drivers of brand immersion, while “hard sell” content undermines engagement. The study also identifies gaps, such as limited data transparency on TikTok’s part. Recommendations include brands prioritizing KOC partnerships and localized content, and TikTok enhancing transparency and reducing ad fatigue. This research fills a gap in existing literature by integrating user perspectives on brand immersion, which most prior studies (focused on performance metrics like click-through rates) have overlooked.
Rise of AI-generated content (AIGC) in gaming and its legal challenges
The application of AI-generated content (AIGC) is changing the entire gaming industry. AIGC has expanded the application of AI from the elements that constitute the game to the design and production of the game itself. To protect the original creators in gaming industry, the regulation of AIGC is more important than ever. This article discusses the copyrightability of games to determine the scope of regulation of AIGC and proposes a regulatory plan. After analysis, the focus of copyright infringement review and protection of AIGC should be on the output stage. After analysis, the focus of copyright infringement review and protection for AIGC should be on the output stage. When determining infringement, the Abstraction-Filtration-Comparison Test should first be applied to abstract out components that are not protected by copyright law, such as those in the public domain and those influenced by external circumstances. This filtered result should then be compared with the allegedly infringing program for substantial similarity. This identification method allows developers to benefit from the improvements in game quality and player experience brought about by AIGC technology, while maximizing the protection of the legitimate rights and interests of original creators. Thereby promoting the development of the gaming industry.
The Impact of Mental Health Apps on Well-Being: An Empirical Study
In recent years, anonymous text-based platforms and emotional support apps such as VEOR have provided Chinese young adults with spaces to express emotions and seek psychological comfort. Despite their popularity, there is limited research examining how these anonymous interactions impact users’ mental health. This study explored how anonymous emotional support on the apps affected the well-being of Chinese young adult. 88 participants were recruited to complete the questionnaire. Eight participants were interviewed online as part of a qualitative analysis. The quantitative analysis results indicated that neither the use of the VEOR app nor similar emotional support features produced statistically significant differences in general well-being; however, the frequency of VEOR usage may have an influence on certain dimensions of General Well—Being (GWB) Schedule. The qualitative analysis results showed that VEOR users and two users of other apps felt supported and resonated. Users gained a sense of value from altruism, reporting great satisfaction when they were able to help others by listening and engaging in conversation. Users appreciated the diverse perspectives that these text-based support platforms offered. AI-provided answers offered a form of emotional validation, but they were not seen as significantly contributing to overall well-being. While no statistically significant differences were observed, the results revealed a potential trend: users who frequently used anonymous text-based support apps reported higher levels of well-being. The outcomes provide empirical evidence for the effectiveness of applying emotional support and promote the development of future mental health applications with specific directions.
Research on the Implicit Teaching Objectives Contained in the Routine Activities of Kindergarten and the Practical Wisdom of Teachers
At present, the educational value of high-quality preschool education and regular activities in kindergartens has received widespread attention. However, there are practical difficulties that restrict the comprehensive development of young children and the improvement of educational quality. These difficulties mainly revolve around the implementation of implicit goals in kindergarten education, and they are quite common. This article focuses on the implicit teaching objectives in kindergarten routine activities. It first defines their connotation and specific manifestations, and then delves into the core dilemmas and causes of teachers' practice of implicit objectives. Research has found that the current dilemma faced by teachers in teaching implicit goals manifests as a lack of awareness, insufficient response to individual differences, and an absence of evaluation mechanisms. Based on this, this article proposes to optimize pre-service and in-service teacher training, implement positive responses to teacher-child interactions, and establish a scientific and comprehensive evaluation mechanism for implicit goals. This paper aims to guide preschool teachers to conduct more comprehensive teaching, thereby promoting the all-around development of every child. At the same time, it also provides new perspectives and focuses for research in early childhood education.
A Dual-Path Analysis Based on the EPPM Framework of Threat and Efficacy Appraisal
During the COVID-19 pandemic, the dissemination of health-related online rumors (e.g., "vaccines alter DNA," "disinfectant cures COVID-19") increased by 320% year-on-year (WHO, 2021), causing public panic and inappropriate behaviors. The rumor exposure rate among Chinese netizens reached 78.6%, with health-related rumors accounting for 42.3% (CNNIC, 2021), highlighting the urgency of governance. Existing research often focuses on single-path mechanisms of rumor dissemination: the emotional path (online social anxiety → rumor dissemination, Liao Jiali, 2021) or the cognitive path (risk perception → dissemination behavior, Slovic, 1987). However, these fail to explain why some audiences resist rumors in high-threat situations. This study employs the Extended Parallel Process Model (EPPM) to address this gap through its dual-path decision mechanism of "threat-efficacy" appraisal. Conclusion: This research validates that within the Chinese context, high media trust can effectively inhibit rumor dissemination triggered by anxiety and risk perception, providing theoretical and empirical support for precise rumor governance based on the EPPM model. Future research should integrate neuroscience and cross-cultural perspectives to deepen the mechanistic understanding.
Attachment Style Interactions and Their Influence on Adolescent Relationship Information
Adolescence is a critical developmental stage during which adolescents go through profound emotional, social, and cognitive growth, as the development and formation of relationships become more meaningful and complex. Central to relational development is the attachment theory, explaining how bonds with caregivers in early childhood influence behaviors and emotional responses in later relationships. This review explores how the attachment styles such as secure, anxious, avoidant, and disorganized, interact and shape adolescent perceptions, interpretations, and storage of relationship information in both platonic and romantic contexts. Furthermore, this review highlights how securely attached adolescents demonstrated higher levels of empathy, emotional regulation, and healthier relationship outcomes. Conversely, insecurely attached adolescents often lead to relational dysfunction, conflict, and emotional dysregulation, increasing vulnerability to mental health issues such as anxiety and depression, as well as the formation of maladaptive coping strategies such as self-harm or disordered eating. Additionally, this review explores how digital communication, social media, and cultural shifts amplify or reinforce insecure attachment patterns, which further complicate interpersonal dynamics. Likewise, the findings in this review underscore the crucial role of empathy in relationships, as well as the impacts of gender and cultural influences. Limitations in current research include a lack of cross-cultural generality, a lack of population variability, such as people in the LGBTQIA+ population, and digital influences. Overall, future directions should contain longitudinal studies, culturally diverse populations, and encourage the development of attachment-informed educational programs.
Analysis of Douyin’s Communication Mechanism: A Perspective from Communication Studies
Douyin, a short-video app, has become ubiquitous. People watch it for fun, but it’s more than just entertainment—it’s a big part of how we get information. This paper looks at how Douyin spreads content and why it works so well using communication theories. We’ll examine aspects such as information dissemination velocity, Douyin’s algorithmic engagement mechanisms, and the dual role of users as both consumers and content creators. Based on communication theory, it can be concluded that Douyin’s algorithm-driven personalization and interactive features have successfully transformed user engagement from passive consumption to active participation, fundamentally reshaping media consumption patterns in China through its application of communication theories like Agenda-Setting and Uses and Gratifications. The platform’s ability to simultaneously fulfill entertainment, social connection, and information needs has established it as a powerful cultural influencer that shapes both individual behavior and public discourse while raising important questions about psychological impacts and global variations in its effects.
The Legacy of the NAACP’s 1947 UN Petition: Domestic Transformation and Global Resonance
In 1947, the NAACP sent its petition An Appeal to the World to the United Nations, placing the fight of African Americans for equality and rights before the international community. Although the petition did not achieve concrete results, it generated wide influence both at home and abroad. This paper examines its historical significance on three levels. First, during the early Cold War, An Appeal to the World exposed racial discrimination in the United States, pressing the government to issue the report To Secure These Rights and a series of executive orders that advanced civil rights legislation. Second, on the international stage, the petition resonated with decolonization movements, inspiring anti-colonial struggles in Asia, Africa, and Latin America and providing a reference point for human rights debates at the UN. Third, for the NAACP itself, it accumulated transnational resources and experience, laying the groundwork for legal battles such as Brown v. Board of Education. In this sense, An Appeal to the World was not only an unfinished attempt but also a key turning point in the maturation of the American civil rights movement.
The Origin, Development, and Future of Emotional Consumption The Origin, Development, and Future of Emotional Consumption among Generation Z in the Digital Age
This study aims to systematically trace the complete lineage of emotional consumption from its theoretical origins to its development in the digital age, focusing on Generation Z (born 1995-2009) as the core group for in-depth analysis of their emotional consumption practices. The research builds upon the theories of "emotional consumption" and "emotional modernity" proposed by Professor Wang Ning, integrating studies by scholars such as Cao Ziyang and Zhou Xuanchen on digital phenomena to construct an integrated analytical framework of "modernity dilemma - emotional needs - consumption practices" that combines macro-structural, meso-mechanistic, and micro-practical perspectives. Through textual analysis of typical cases such as "temple tourism" and "spending money on virtual idols" (kejin), this study reveals the new forms and characteristics of emotional consumption in the digital age and the underlying psychological needs and social mentality of Generation Z. The research further analyzes how the collusion mechanism of "capital-technology-media" promotes the alienation path of emotional consumption from "need satisfaction" to "desire manufacturing," and attempts to offer constructive thoughts on the future healthy development of emotional consumption.
Drivers of the EU’s Energy Transition Under a Geopolitical Logic: Taking the Russia–Ukraine Conflict as a Watershed
Since the outbreak of the Russia–Ukraine conflict in February 2022, the European Union’s energy security has sustained an unprecedented shock: pipeline gas supplies from Russia plunged, and the EU’s dependence on Russian natural gas imports fell from 45% in 2021 to 8% in 2023. Against this backdrop, the EU rolled out major energyrelated policies such as the Roadmap to Fully End EU Dependency on Russian Energy, the revised “Fit for 55” package, and the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), aiming to achieve strategic autonomy, build diversified supplies, and elevate its technological voice. Focusing on shifts in the international order following this triggertype geopolitical event, this article, grounded in realist geopolitical theory, analyzes the drivers of the EU’s energy transition through three core logics: control of geographic space, resource scarcity, and power competition.
Defining the Optimal Global Population A Framework Balancing Resource Constraints and Human Flourishing
The rapid growth of the global population intensifies the fundamental economic tension of infinite human wants amidst finite resources. This article investigates the concept of an optimal global population, defined not merely as Earth's maximum carrying capacity, but as a size wherein every individual has the potential to achieve a high living standard. The analysis critiques the famous Simon-Ehrlich wager by arguing that apparent short-term resource abundance is an illusion fueled by technological efficiency gains, as explained by the Jevons Paradox and the IPAT equation. Frameworks such as the Solow-Swan model and the Human Development Index (HDI) illustrate how capital dilution and resource strain resulting from overpopulation can erode per capita well-being. Furthermore, an intertemporal social welfare function model indicates that optimal population policy must balance size with individual living standards. Ultimately, while a population size maximizing well-being at a micro-level is theoretically identifiable, an optimal global population is only reached when individual well-being and output per head are maximized.
Dialogical, Graded Forms of Objectivity & Phenomenological Intersubjectivity in Psychiatry
This paper examines the question “Is objectivity all in the mind?” by analyzing how knowledge is shaped by subjectivity, scientific practice, and intersubjective dialogue. Drawing from phenomenological philosophy (Husserl, Heidegger, Merleau-Ponty) and contemporary psychiatry, it argues that pure objectivity cannot exist within the isolated mind as all scientific observations are filtered through cultural assumptions, tools, and expectations. Yet, through intersubjectivity, which is constructed through shared dialogue and critical exchange of perspectives, our collective knowledge can become more robust and practical. This paper thus develops the concept of graded objectivity, proposing that objectivity exists on a spectrum from individual subjectivity to richly validated, intersubjective knowledge. Psychiatric case studies, particularly the diagnosis and treatment of schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, illustrate how phenomenological interviewing combined with neuroscientific approaches produces more comprehensive and accurate understanding of these conditions. By situating objectivity as a co-created, dialogical process, this essay offers a middle path between positivism and relativism, demonstrating that objectivity, while not all in the mind of one individual, is collaboratively and gradually achieved across the minds of many.
Multiple Constraints on Objectivity Existing in the Mind
Whether the human brain has completely retained the objective reality from the outside world at some point during information processing is a question that awaits discussion. Answering this question can not only provide necessary supplementation and evaluation for the relevant evidence of information processing, but also enrich the research related to cognitive psychology. To explore whether objectivity and objective reality exist in the human brain, this article studies multiple classic literatures and the experiments therein, and claims that (1) inattentional blindness and the human brain's reconstruction of memory to some extent filter external reality; (2) functional interference at the neural level of the cerebral cortex prevents information from remaining as it is during processing. (3) pre-distinctions in language and culture also lead to different interpretations of objective reality among individuals. Therefore, this article holds that objective reality does not exist within the human brain; what can be presented in the brain is merely a subjective reality that is subject to multiple interference and filters.
Changing Architectural Styles and their Importance in British Malayan Society
This research examines the cultural diffusion represented by 19th- and early 20th-century British colonial architecture in British Malaya (modern-day Malaysia and Singapore). It highlights the manifestations of imperialism and colonial dominance focusing on three key aspects: the use of architectural symbols to project power and authority over local cultures, the integration of local design elements (namely the fusion of Tudor and Mughal styles), and shared construction techniques with other British colonies and mainland Britain. Utilizing primary sources, including journals from British officers and architects, secondary analyses from experts in architecture, anthropology, and history, and accounts from local Malays, this study examines the nature of imperialism and the potential for reverse cultural transmission. Analysis of these elements demonstrates that colonial architecture functioned as both a tool of imperialism and a method of cultural exchange.
How Our Childhood Chose Inferiority for Us
This article examines the origins of inferiority feelings, arguing that they are deeply rooted in childhood experiences rather than conscious choice, refuting Eleanor Roosevelt’s claim. Drawing on Alfred Adler’s birth order theory and contemporary developmental research, the paper explores how familial relationships—particularly the role of the father—early trauma, and adverse childhood experiences shape self-perception and contribute to lasting feelings of inadequacy. It discusses the neurological impact of childhood stress on brain regions associated with memory, emotion, and self-worth. The article also proposes potential therapeutic interventions such as Adlerian Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to reprocess early experiences and foster a growth-oriented mindset, ultimately advocating for a compassionate understanding of inferiority beyond individualistic maxims.
Negative Obligations in Policymaking: Contractualist Approaches to Generative AI
The future of generative AI (GenAI) presents various ethical challenges for lawmakers, as effectively legislating a rapidly evolving technology can be difficult when so much of its implications are still unknown. By introducing a conceptual analysis of what positive and negative obligations are appropriate for present and future people, the article will argue that we owe NO to both present and future peoples; that is, we bear the duty of ensuring human survival and taking precautionary action on behalf of all generations. However, while we owe PO to living people, we do not owe those same obligations to future generations due to the future’s temporal remoteness and moral vagueness. Policymakers, therefore, should also operate based on these principles of positive and negative obligation, an approach which is justified by contractarianism. Towards the end, it will engage with a case study on the EU AI Act and show how it links with a suggested policy making process.
An Exploration of the Communication and Development of Fandom Culture in the Context of New Media
With the advancement of new media technologies, fan community culture has transitioned from a marginal subculture to mainstream visibility. This study focuses on the evolution and governance of fan community culture driven by new media technology. The research will focus on its representation and characteristics in the context of new media, the driving forces behind its dissemination, operational logic, social benefits, and governance strategies. Methodologically, this involves analyzing dissemination characteristics through phenomenological observation and case studies, complemented by platform algorithm recommendation analysis. Fan communities build their identity through symbolic support and ritualized collective actions, while data-driven consumption models promote positive aspects such as charitable outreach. However, negative effects like online violence and consumer alienation also emerge, with issues like group polarization and impacts on public safety highlighting underlying social risks. The conclusion shows that platforms should optimize their algorithms and establish a real-name registration system for key influencers; legal frameworks should be enhanced to regulate content governance, with strict penalties for data fabrication and online abuse; and educational initiatives should strengthen media literacy to guide adolescents toward rational fandom. Fan culture, as a product of the combined influence of new media technologies, capital logic, and youth psychology, should, in line with technological advancements, be actively integrated with mainstream values. This integration aims to transform it into a positive force that promotes social progress.
Exploring Narrative Expression in Jiang Wen’s Films
As a representative figure of Chinese film author-directors, Jiang Wen's works show highly personalized characteristics in terms of narrative structure, language style and cultural metaphors. This essay takes In the Heat of the Sun and Let the Bullets Fly as its primary subjects of analysis, exploring the deployment of nonlinear narrative, irony, and absurdity in these films, as well as the distinctive articulation of characterization and visual language. Through a close reading of the text and contextual analysis, the article reveals how Jiang Wen constructs a narrative space with political allegory through metaphor, symbolism and parody in the context of censorship and society, to realize a deeper critique of historical memory, power structure and social reality. This study concludes that Jiang Wen's films not only break through the traditional narrative framework in terms of artistic form but also embody strong ideological tension and critical consciousness in terms of cultural expression, which has important aesthetic value and social significance.
Evaluating the effectiveness of 16/8 intermittent fasting strategy and developing general guidelines
With the increasing incidence of obesity and related cardiometabolic disorders, dietary interventions have become a related research hotspot. The 16/8 intermittent fasting (IF) strategy, as one of the several dietary interventions, has attracted widespread attention for its potential benefits in weight management and cardiometabolic health. This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of the 16/8 IF strategy in promoting weight loss and improving cardiometabolic health, while developing practical guidelines for the general population. The research used a mixed-methods approach, combining secondary research through a comprehensive review of existing literature on the 16/8 IF strategy with primary research from a food diary survey and a reflection questionnaire administered to volunteer participants. The results suggest that the 16/8 IF strategy is effective in reducing calorie intake and supporting weight loss. However, its effects on cardiometabolic markers such as insulin sensitivity, blood glucose levels, lipid profiles and blood pressure were inconsistent across studies. Primary research has shown variable adherence and highlighted common challenges such as unplanned snacking. While the 16/8 IF strategy is a viable alternative to continuous calorie restriction, its success depends on structured eating, individualized adherence strategies, and a balanced diet within the meal window. This project delivered guidelines for the general population to effectively implement the 16/8 IF strategy.
The Influence of Family Structure on the Social Behavior of Children with Autism: Based on the Family System Theory
Changes in family structure have a significant impact on the social development of children with autism (ASD), but current research has mostly focused on the perspectives of parents and siblings, lacking in-depth exploration from the perspective of children with ASD themselves. Based on family systems theory and using qualitative research methods, this study focused on three 5-12-year-old ASD children and their nuclear families (parents and two children) who were the eldest children in the family at Y Rehabilitation Institution in Shanxi Province. Through self-made interview Outlines, in-depth conversations were conducted with parents and responsible teachers. Combined with classroom performance, assessment records and family interaction observations of children with ASD, the mechanism by which changes in family structure (the birth of siblings) affect the social behavior of older children with ASD. The results showed that the birth of A second child had a differentiated impact on older children with ASD: A and C showed positive changes such as active sharing and improved language expression; B showed problems such as social withdrawal due to insufficient family guidance. Family interaction guidance and attention distribution are key influencing factors. This study fills the gap in existing research exploring the impact of changes in family structure from the perspective of children with ASD, providing a practical reference for understanding the developmental needs of children with ASD in multi-child families and theoretical support for formulating targeted education and intervention strategies for multi-child autistic families. However, the study has limitations such as a small sample size and a lack of in-depth analysis of potential influencing factors such as family economic conditions. In the future, the sample size can be expanded and more variables can be included for in-depth research.
A study on the understanding and implementation difficulties of kindergarten teachers in the policy of "deprimaryization"
With the development of kindergarten education, the policy of “de-primary schooling” has played an increasingly important role in China’s preschool education system. In the past, public understanding of this policy mainly stayed at the textual level, neglecting teachers’ subjective cognition and practical dilemmas in implementation. This has led to several problems, including the persistence of primary-school–oriented teaching practices, the mismatch between parental expectations and policy objectives, and the unequal distribution of educational resources. These issues not only weaken the effective implementation of the policy, but also intensify educational involution, resource imbalance, and developmentally inappropriate practices for children. Therefore, this study intends to adopt literature review, questionnaire survey, and case analysis methods to explore teachers’ understanding of the “de-primary schooling” policy, the difficulties they encounter in the implementation process, and their behavioral manifestations. Based on the findings, this paper proposes solutions such as strengthening teacher training, optimizing home-kindergarten co-education concepts, improving policy support systems, and perfecting supervision mechanisms, with the aim of promoting the effective implementation of the policy and advancing the healthy development of preschool education. This study focuses on teachers’ understanding, challenges, and behavioral responses regarding the “de-primary schooling” policy, as well as suggestions for policy improvement.
The Impact of Emotional Social Media Content on Consumers’ Product Adoption Intention: A Perspective Based on the S-O-R Model
This study investigates the influence of emotional content on social media platforms, specifically Rednote, on consumers’ product adoption intention through the Stimulus-Organism-Response framework. Emotional content features, such as perceived emotional intensity, act as stimuli triggering emotional involvement and perceived diagnosticity, which mediate product adoption intention. Data from 290 valid questionnaires collected from Rednote users aged 18–35 were analyzed using SPSS. Results confirm that emotional involvement and perceived diagnosticity significantly mediate the relationship between emotional content and adoption intention, supporting all proposed hypotheses. This research provides theoretical insights into emotional marketing and practical guidance for designing effective content strategies.
The Interrelationship Between Workplace Discrimination and Health
Workplace discrimination has become a social issue that urgently needs attention worldwide. It not only undermines fairness and justice in the workplace but also influences the mental health and physical health of employees at a deeper level. This study takes "The Relationship between workplace discrimination and health" as its theme, aiming to systematically clarify its direct impact, mechanism of action, and coping strategies. Specifically, this study, by integrating empirical evidence and theoretical models, reveals four key pathways of action: firstly, the Psychological Stress Pathway explains how long-term stress and self-stigmatization disrupt psychological balance; secondly, the Behavioral Change Pathway reflects unhealthy coping styles and the absence of healthy behaviors caused by discrimination; thirdly, the Social Resource Deprivation Pathway highlights the negative consequences brought about by the obstruction of social support and career development; finally, Barriers to Healthcare Utilization reveals the underutilization of health services caused by stigma and economic constraints. On this basis, the research further proposed a three-level coping framework: At the individual level, it emphasizes psychological adjustment, social support and legal rights protection; At the organizational level, emphasis is placed on institutional construction, diversity training and health assistance programs; At the policy and societal level, it is required to improve anti-discrimination laws and regulations, strengthen supervision and public education. Overall, this study not only deepens the understanding of the complex relationship between workplace discrimination and health, but also provides practical inspiration and policy recommendations for promoting workplace equity and public health as a whole.
The Influencing Factors and Enhancement Pathways for Employee Performance Under Remote Work Modalities
With the continuous advancement of digital transformation and the increasing maturity of technological infrastructure, remote work is gradually shifting from an emergency work arrangement driven by the pandemic to a sustainable and institutionalized human resource management model at the organizational level. The expansion of the remote working model brings flexibility and resilience to organizational operations, while also posing new challenges and requirements for traditional performance management. This article takes the perspective of human resource management as the starting point and focuses on the identification of influencing factors of employee performance and the exploration of improvement paths in the remote work context. Through a systematic review of core Chinese and English literature in the past five years, and in combination with variables such as job characteristics, collaboration forms, and individual differences, a performance impact framework covering the individual level, organizational mechanisms, and external environment was constructed. The research finds that self-management ability, digital skills, organizational support and technological accessibility are the key factors affecting remote performance, while job nature and collaboration intensity, as moderating variables, significantly affect the differences in performance responses. Based on these findings, this paper proposes a multi-dimensional performance optimization strategy including a dynamic evaluation mechanism, structured interaction framework, promotion transparency and development guidance. This research not only helps to deepen the understanding of the remote performance generation mechanism but also provides theoretical support and practical reference for enterprises to build a scientific and highly adaptable performance management system.
Multimodal Discourse Analysis of Beauty Practices within the Consumer Culture Perspective: A Case Study of Rednote Bloggers
In the context of the booming consumer culture, beauty practices have gradually emerged as a key topic on social media platforms. As a typical community for sharing beauty content, Rednote offers abundant cases for researching the consumerist practices of beauty bloggers. This study aims to explore how rednote beauty bloggers implement beauty practices through multimodal discourse analysis and to reveal the underlying consumerist logic. A case study approach is adopted, which involves selecting graphic and video content from typical beauty bloggers and analyzing their discourse strategies and influencing factors by integrating visual, auditory, and textual modalities. The research findings suggest that the multimodal discourse of beauty bloggers is shaped by factors such as platform algorithm recommendations and user interaction preferences, with their content production exhibiting both strategic and adaptive characteristics. The conclusions indicate that beauty bloggers effectively shape the consumerist paradigm of beauty practices through the synergistic interplay of multiple modalities-visual presentation, linguistic expression, and interactive behavior-thereby driving user engagement and consumption decisions. This study presents a novel analytical perspective on understanding the culture of beauty consumption on social media platforms.
"Cross-industry Collaboration" Marketing Strategy and Communication: Taking the Collaboration between Duolingo and Luckin as an Example
In the current market context where cross-industry collaborations are increasingly prevalent yet risk becoming homogenized, the collaboration between Luckin Coffee and Duolingo stands out as a representative and groundbreaking case of success. This study takes this co-branded campaign as its research focus and, drawing on narrative theory, participatory culture, and emotional branding theory, employs a case study approach to examine its marketing communication strategies in depth. The study identifies three effective strategies: (1) precise targeting of multi-segment audiences; (2) emotional storytelling centered on a "wedding" theme to enhance user immersion and emotional bonding; and (3) a participatory communication mechanism that stimulates user-generated content (UGC) and brand interaction, thereby facilitating viral dissemination. The results indicate that communication strategies centered on emotional narrative and user co-creation can effectively counteract marketing homogenization, enhance the symbolic value of the brand, and sustain long-term user engagement. This research provides theoretical implications and practical strategic insights for future cross-industry collaborations.
The Influence of Social Media on User’s Emotional Regulation Mechanism
The popularization of social media has made it have more impact on the public, including feedback, but also brings people problems, such as anxiety and polarization of views. This review analyzes the double influence of social media on the emotional regulation mechanism, based on the theory of emotional regulation, the theory of use and satisfying, and social comparative theory. Social media can strengthen users' positive emotions through providing social support, channels for emotional catharsis, and illustrating comments with positive impacts, but can also lead to problems like the accumulation and diffusion of negative emotions due to its information cocoon bondage, comparison of upward society, and information overload, etc. For these problems ,this review provides users, social media ,all sectors such as schools and families and with suggestions on optimization.: the users should proactively manage the content they are exposed to ,and balance online and offline interaction; the social platform ought to improve the algorithm ethics and provide users with a healthy use path ;schools and parents need to strengthen the cultivation of children’s digital literacy ,and the organizations are suggested to propagandize knowledge that is relevant to emotional regulation in order to improve the public’s emotional coping abilities .This research provides theoretical support and practical methods to promote the healthy use of social media.
The Impact of Green Leadership on Sustainable Human Resource Management Practices
In the context of global sustainability, the need for green transformation and corporate environmental responsibility (CER) is increasingly urgent. This study examines how green leadership builds sustainable organizational practices and serves as a cornerstone of green human resource management (GHRM). In order to integrate environmental values into HR systems, this paper specifically explores how green leadership can be integrated with recruitment, training, performance management, and employee engagement. Based on a review of recent research, green leadership has an impact on GHRM at both the macro level (alignment of institutional and strategic frameworks) and the micro level (impact on employee behavior and organizational culture). The study suggests that green leadership sets the vision and expectations, GHRM puts them into practice, and employee engagement sustains the leadership commitment. This study contributes to both practice and theory by emphasizing the broader impact of leadership in promoting sustainable human resource systems, providing companies with practical strategies for pursuing environmentally friendly goals, and deepening academic discussion on the relationship between sustainability, leadership, and human resource management.