Measuring Behavior Change with Observational Studies: a Review

• URL: http://arxiv.org/abs/2310.19951v2
• Date: Thu, 2 Nov 2023 18:20:28 GMT
• Title: Measuring Behavior Change with Observational Studies: a Review
• Authors: Arianna Pera, Gianmarco de Francisci Morales, Luca Maria Aiello
• Abstract summary: We analyzed 148 articles (2000-2023) and built a map that categorizes behaviors and change detection methodologies. Our findings uncover a focus on sentiment shifts, an emphasis on API-restricted platforms, and limited theory integration.
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• Abstract: Exploring behavioral change in the digital age is imperative for societal progress in the context of 21st-century challenges. We analyzed 148 articles (2000-2023) and built a map that categorizes behaviors and change detection methodologies, platforms of reference, and theoretical frameworks that characterize online behavior change. Our findings uncover a focus on sentiment shifts, an emphasis on API-restricted platforms, and limited theory integration. We call for methodologies able to capture a wider range of behavioral types, diverse data sources, and stronger theory-practice alignment in the study of online behavioral change.

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