Flattery Compliments
Please write a short literature review about compliments for the categories listed below. Sources have been provided. You can use the abstracts of the articles for content of each compliment category.
1. Flattery
– Chan, E., & Sengupta, J. (2013). Observing flattery: A social comparison perspective. Journal of Consumer Research, 40(4), 740–758. https://doi.org/10.1086/672357 Danziger, R. (2020). The pragmatics of flattery: The strategic use of solidarity-oriented actions. Journal of Pragmatics, 170, 413–425. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.pragma.2020.09.027
– Jakubowska, J., Filip, A., & Białecka-Pikul, M. (2021). The coin that is most current is flattery? Stability and discontinuity of false praise-telling from 5 to 7 years of life. Journal of Experimental Child Psychology, 207. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jecp.2021.105128
– Johnson, D., Gardner, J., & Wiles, J. (2004). Experience as a moderator of the media equation: The impact of flattery and praise. International Journal of Human-Computer Studies, 61(3), 237–258. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijhcs.2003.12.008
Sample Solution
Flattery is an important form of social communication that has been widely studied in the academic literature. It typically involves positive comments and expressions of admiration, intended to please or impress another individual.
A social comparison perspective (Chan & Sengupta, 2013) considers flattery as a means to enhance one’s own self-image by comparison with the object of praise. Danziger (2020) examines the pragmatic use of this behavior as a way to strengthen relationships through solidarity-oriented actions. Through their study, Jakubowska et al.(2021) demonstrate how children aged 5-7 years use false praise-telling as part of their strategy for gaining approval and acceptance from others. Conversely, Johnson et al (2004) observe that people who have had experience with media interactions are less likely to be positively influenced by flattery or praise than those with no prior experience.
Overall, the literature has highlighted how flattery is used strategically in various contexts and at different life stages to manipulate outcomes or gain approval from others. Understanding its implications can help us better navigate interpersonal conversations and recognize when we may be vulnerable to its effects.
