Uploaded February 2025 | Updated September 2026, 6 days ago
It’s a common concern: if you push too hard for something, do you run the risk of alienating others and ultimately undermining your efforts? This question is especially relevant for individuals and groups advocating for radical lifestyle change. What does the research suggest about the so-called backfire effect?
References
1. Mathur MB, Peacock J, Reichling DB, et al. Interventions to reduce meat consumption by appealing to animal welfare: Meta-analysis and evidence-based recommendations. Appetite. 2021;164:105277. doi:10.1016/j.appet.2021.105277
It’s a common concern: if you push too hard for something, do you run the risk of alienating others and ultimately undermining your efforts? This question is especially relevant for individuals and groups advocating for radical lifestyle change. What does the research suggest about the so-called backfire effect?
References
1. Mathur MB, Peacock J, Reichling DB, et al. Interventions to reduce meat consumption by appealing to animal welfare: Meta-analysis and evidence-based recommendations. Appetite. 2021;164:105277. doi:10.1016/j.appet.2021.105277
