Advances in Social Behavior Research

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Advances in Social Behavior Research (ASBR) is an international peer reviewed journal hosted by Singapore International Management Research Centre (the governing body of NTU Nanyang Cultural Endowment Fund, Nanyang Technological University), published by EWA Publishing. ASBR is published monthly. ASBR publishes only original articles from a wide variety of methodological and disciplinary perspectives concerning education, psychology and communication issues. The journal aims to improve the human condition by providing a public forum for discussion and debate communication, education and psychology issues. The journal publishes articles that are research-oriented and welcomes empirical and theoretical articles concerning social activity and organizational behavior. Manuscripts that are suitable for publication in the ASBR cover domains on various perspectives of education, psychology, communication, and their impact on individuals, businesses and society.

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Aims & scope of ASBR are:
·Sociological Sciences
·Law
·Journalism & Mass Media
·Educational Studies
·Political Sciences
·Psychological Sciences
 

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Chinny Nzekwe-Excel
Birmingham City University
Birmingham, United Kingdom
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Myra Abubakar
Australian National University
Canberra, Australia
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Hui Zhao
Nanyang Technological University
Singapore
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Sara Mashayekh
UNSW Sydney
Sydney, Australia
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Research Article
Published on 15 September 2025 DOI: 10.54254/2753-7102/2025.26909
Zhangzehuang Xiong

China's divorce rate reached 43% in 2024, significantly increasing the mental health risks faced by children from divorced families. This study investigates the complex mechanisms behind these risks and reveals that family reorganization can undermine children's sense of security, long-term parental conflict may accumulate psychological stress, and poor parenting combined with social stigma can intensify emotional problems. Nevertheless, cooperative parenting and children's psychological resilience can serve as protective factors that help mitigate these negative effects. Data show that the rates of depression and anxiety among children from divorced families are 20%–30% higher than those from intact families, with elevated SCL-90 scores indicating poorer mental health. These children also exhibit more aggressive behavior and academic difficulties, with boys showing higher levels of hostility and girls more prone to depression. Effective interventions such as school counseling, family therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and expressive art therapy have demonstrated positive outcomes. The main contribution of this study is to clarify the risk and protective mechanisms and propose a feasible framework for family-school-society collaboration, aiming to support the mental well-being of children from divorced families through conflict reduction, psychological education, and expanded social services.

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Xiong,Z. (2025). A study on the causes and influence pathways of psychological problems of children from divorced families. Advances in Social Behavior Research,16(7),166-169.
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Published on 15 September 2025 DOI: 10.54254/2753-7102/2025.26867
Lexuan Chen

In the process of information dissemination, users' demands and content views become the network traffic needed by platforms and practitioners in the micromedia industry. However, there are certain differences in the traffic and data of different videos on the same topic. Therefore, in order to gain more traffic, bloggers usually adopt strategies to increase the uniqueness of their content by creating geographical differences and updating their posts at a high frequency. However, the extent to which these strategies actually work and the exact comparison of their impact have rarely been researched. Therefore, this paper chooses to adopt a data analysis approach, selecting information about the videos posted by the same beauty blogger on Red Notes, including the number, IP address, and video content as the analyzed variables, to analyze the possible factors that lead to differences in traffic. The conclusion is that the video traffic of beauty bloggers mainly depends on the choice of the theme of their videos, the focus of the audience, and whether the way of expression is simple enough to understand, while the IP address of videos does little contribution.

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Chen,L. (2025). Traffic password!—Marketing strategy analysis of more popular posts. Advances in Social Behavior Research,16(7),162-165.
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Research Article
Published on 8 September 2025 DOI: 10.54254/2753-7102/2025.26673
Jingwen Qian

This study examines the impact of life events on anxiety disorders among Chinese adolescents and explores intervention strategies. In recent years, adolescent anxiety has shown a global upward trend, with a significant surge during the COVID-19 pandemic. Research indicates that negative life events (e.g., academic pressure, interpersonal conflicts) are critical external factors triggering adolescent anxiety, exhibiting a significant positive correlation with anxiety levels. Additionally, biological mechanisms (e.g., amygdala hyperactivation, GABA dysfunction) and psychological traits (e.g., high neuroticism) constitute intrinsic vulnerability factors. Problematic smartphone use and cultural specificity (e.g., Confucian influences) further exacerbate the persistence of anxiety. Conversely, robust family functioning and social support serve as protective factors, effectively mitigating anxiety. Therapeutically, integrating cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) with music therapy significantly reduces anxiety levels, while mindfulness-based interventions also demonstrate notable efficacy. Future research should further investigate gender, cultural, and regional disparities to optimize interventions.

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Qian,J. (2025). The impact of life events on adolescent anxiety disorders in China and their treatment. Advances in Social Behavior Research,16(7),158-161.
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Research Article
Published on 29 August 2025 DOI: 10.54254/2753-7102/2025.26409
Liyu Ye

Based on Erving Goffman's Dramaturgical Theory, this study takes a deep look at how "check-ins" spread on Xiaohongshu. In today's social media, doing "check-ins" has become an important way for young people to socialize. Just on Xiaohongshu alone, posts related to check-ins get over 1.5 billion likes and comments each year. This has created a unique kind of online culture. This essay uses Goffman's Dramaturgical Theory and case studies. By understanding user behavior, how content is made, and business strategies to understand the reasons behind the spread of check-ins.  The study found that at its core, Xiaohongshu check-ins serve as users’ impression management strategy, akin to performing a show: Through "front stage" actions like selecting polished photos and crafting captions, and "backstage" efforts like scouting locations and photo editing, users construct idealized online identities. Social approval via likes and comments not only reinforces this performance but also accelerates the spread of standardized "popular scripts" for check-ins. Furthermore, businesses harness this practice by embedding "consumerist scripts" that transform personal check-ins into large-scale marketing trends, revealing social media’s complex interplay between authenticity and performance. This offers a new lens for understanding digital social behavior.

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Ye,L. (2025). The dissemination logic of Xiaohongshu's "check-in" behavior from the perspective of drama theory. Advances in Social Behavior Research,16(7),154-157.
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