Independently testing prosocial interventions: Methods and recommendations from 31 researchers.

ABSTRACT: There is a growing need for independent, ecologically valid research on prosocial design interventions within online platforms. Platform design has a significant impact on user interactions, yet independent researchers often lack access to live platforms, limiting the ecological validity of studies testing the effectiveness of prosocial interventions. In response, 31 experts from academia, industry, and civil society gathered for a workshop focused on understanding methods that enable effective research on design interventions that lead to prosocial outcomes, such as healthy interactions and individual safety, well-being, and dignity. We synthesize the workshop findings to guide researchers and practitioners in advancing prosocial design and to provide stakeholders-platforms, advocacy grou

SUBMITTER: Gruning DJ 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12412712 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature