Lara Wolfers
@larawolfers.bsky.social
Assistant Prof of Digital Lives, Uni of Basel, Media Psych/Comm Science https://psychologie.unibas.ch/de/personen/lara-nikola-wolfers/
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Thrilled to be part of a significant volume by stellar editors Hanan Badr & Karin Wilkins. Couldn't have done it without my generous & exceptional co-authors Keri Stephens & @larawolfers.bsky.social
We're in fabulous company:
www.taylorfrancis.com/books/edit/1...
Grateful to all involved
#CityStGSCC
We're in fabulous company:
www.taylorfrancis.com/books/edit/1...
Grateful to all involved
#CityStGSCC
November 14, 2025 at 8:40 AM
Thrilled to be part of a significant volume by stellar editors Hanan Badr & Karin Wilkins. Couldn't have done it without my generous & exceptional co-authors Keri Stephens & @larawolfers.bsky.social
We're in fabulous company:
www.taylorfrancis.com/books/edit/1...
Grateful to all involved
#CityStGSCC
We're in fabulous company:
www.taylorfrancis.com/books/edit/1...
Grateful to all involved
#CityStGSCC
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Ever found yourself scrolling on your phone in the middle of a conversation?📱👥Curious about why this happens, @annastockmann.bsky.social and I explored the situational drivers of co-present phone use in our new🔓#OpenAccess paper, just published in @mobilemediacomm.bsky.social🎉 (1/6)
November 4, 2025 at 2:55 PM
Ever found yourself scrolling on your phone in the middle of a conversation?📱👥Curious about why this happens, @annastockmann.bsky.social and I explored the situational drivers of co-present phone use in our new🔓#OpenAccess paper, just published in @mobilemediacomm.bsky.social🎉 (1/6)
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Longitudinal evidence on media entertainment effects, anyone? New paper out w/ @leonardreinecke.bsky.social looking at links between entertainment use and meaning making daily, weekly, & over 6 months. Two studies, 1,872 participants, 15,290 observations. Summary 👇 doi.org/10.1177/0093...
Entertainment Contributes to Adaptive Coping: A Longitudinal Investigation of the Interplay Between Hedonic and Eudaimonic Entertainment, Escapism, and Meaning Making - Rebekka J. Kreling, Leonard Rei...
Traditionally, research has focused on investigating short-term effects of entertainment media use. This paper, however, takes a salutogenetic perspective in ex...
doi.org
September 1, 2025 at 1:15 PM
Longitudinal evidence on media entertainment effects, anyone? New paper out w/ @leonardreinecke.bsky.social looking at links between entertainment use and meaning making daily, weekly, & over 6 months. Two studies, 1,872 participants, 15,290 observations. Summary 👇 doi.org/10.1177/0093...
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There are a BUNCH of awesome candidates up for election in @icamobile.bsky.social this year. Cast your vote before October 21st! www.icahdq.org/page/Electio...
International Communication Association
The upcoming calendar is currently empty.
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September 9, 2025 at 4:46 PM
There are a BUNCH of awesome candidates up for election in @icamobile.bsky.social this year. Cast your vote before October 21st! www.icahdq.org/page/Electio...
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To investigate media effects, do we have to think more clearly about time ⌚? Our new publication in the 🎉*Journal of Communication*🎉 investigates how our conceptualizations of time can affect our conclusions: doi.org/10.1093/joc/... (1/6)
Possible futures all at once: time frame and time lag in short-term longitudinal media effects research on well-being
Abstract. When assessing media effects, we seldom consider how they change over time. Especially with the prevalence of smartphone use as short-lived, frag
doi.org
August 22, 2025 at 10:03 AM
To investigate media effects, do we have to think more clearly about time ⌚? Our new publication in the 🎉*Journal of Communication*🎉 investigates how our conceptualizations of time can affect our conclusions: doi.org/10.1093/joc/... (1/6)
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📱✨ Theorizing Dis/Connection by Mariek Vanden Abeele & @trinesy.bsky.social bridges mobile media studies & digital disconnection.
They propose 5 axioms linking media affordances with moral values—paving the way for mobile media studies beyond mobile media.
🔗 journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/...
They propose 5 axioms linking media affordances with moral values—paving the way for mobile media studies beyond mobile media.
🔗 journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/...
August 19, 2025 at 8:34 AM
📱✨ Theorizing Dis/Connection by Mariek Vanden Abeele & @trinesy.bsky.social bridges mobile media studies & digital disconnection.
They propose 5 axioms linking media affordances with moral values—paving the way for mobile media studies beyond mobile media.
🔗 journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/...
They propose 5 axioms linking media affordances with moral values—paving the way for mobile media studies beyond mobile media.
🔗 journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/...
Super happy that this is finally out. It started with lunch discussions & difficulties in the @sonja-utz.de (then) social media group finding 1 social media definition we agreed on. Our main point: we need to be TRANSPARENT how we understand social media in a specific project/paper.
What are social media? Seems obvious, right? #TikTok? Definitely. #LinkedIn? Sure. #Facebook? Yes. #YouTube? Well… maybe less clear?
In our @everydaymedialab.bsky.social project(lead @larawolfers.bsky.social) we suggest a framework for researchers #transparency
academic.oup.com/anncom/advan...
In our @everydaymedialab.bsky.social project(lead @larawolfers.bsky.social) we suggest a framework for researchers #transparency
academic.oup.com/anncom/advan...
What do you mean by “social media”? Introducing the Reporting Items for Social Media Research (RISoMeR)
Abstract. Scholars from various disciplines study social media. However, neither researchers nor users have a unified understanding of social media. Even m
academic.oup.com
July 28, 2025 at 11:24 AM
Super happy that this is finally out. It started with lunch discussions & difficulties in the @sonja-utz.de (then) social media group finding 1 social media definition we agreed on. Our main point: we need to be TRANSPARENT how we understand social media in a specific project/paper.
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What are social media? Seems obvious, right? #TikTok? Definitely. #LinkedIn? Sure. #Facebook? Yes. #YouTube? Well… maybe less clear?
In our @everydaymedialab.bsky.social project(lead @larawolfers.bsky.social) we suggest a framework for researchers #transparency
academic.oup.com/anncom/advan...
In our @everydaymedialab.bsky.social project(lead @larawolfers.bsky.social) we suggest a framework for researchers #transparency
academic.oup.com/anncom/advan...
What do you mean by “social media”? Introducing the Reporting Items for Social Media Research (RISoMeR)
Abstract. Scholars from various disciplines study social media. However, neither researchers nor users have a unified understanding of social media. Even m
academic.oup.com
July 25, 2025 at 1:11 PM
What are social media? Seems obvious, right? #TikTok? Definitely. #LinkedIn? Sure. #Facebook? Yes. #YouTube? Well… maybe less clear?
In our @everydaymedialab.bsky.social project(lead @larawolfers.bsky.social) we suggest a framework for researchers #transparency
academic.oup.com/anncom/advan...
In our @everydaymedialab.bsky.social project(lead @larawolfers.bsky.social) we suggest a framework for researchers #transparency
academic.oup.com/anncom/advan...
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And then days later, this article on comfort media by Sarah M. Grady, @aeden.bsky.social & @larawolfers.bsky.social shows up www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....
July 26, 2025 at 7:06 PM
And then days later, this article on comfort media by Sarah M. Grady, @aeden.bsky.social & @larawolfers.bsky.social shows up www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....
Finally :) Preprint of Susanne Baumgartner and my paper Short but still valid: Validating Single-Item Measures for Key Communication Science Constructs for Experience Sampling Research.
In a 5-Study procedure, we assess the validity of in total 21 constructs osf.io/preprints/ps...
In a 5-Study procedure, we assess the validity of in total 21 constructs osf.io/preprints/ps...
OSF
osf.io
July 14, 2025 at 8:19 AM
Finally :) Preprint of Susanne Baumgartner and my paper Short but still valid: Validating Single-Item Measures for Key Communication Science Constructs for Experience Sampling Research.
In a 5-Study procedure, we assess the validity of in total 21 constructs osf.io/preprints/ps...
In a 5-Study procedure, we assess the validity of in total 21 constructs osf.io/preprints/ps...
If you have questions about any of these positions let me know :)
🚨 Nominations are open! 🚨
We're seeking passionate candidates for three key governance roles:
1️⃣ Secretary
2️⃣ Early Career Rep
3️⃣ Intl Liaison
Interested in shaping the future of our division? 🌍
👉 Full call: www.icamobile.org/elections2025
📩 Reach out to @larawolfers.bsky.social if you're keen to run!
We're seeking passionate candidates for three key governance roles:
1️⃣ Secretary
2️⃣ Early Career Rep
3️⃣ Intl Liaison
Interested in shaping the future of our division? 🌍
👉 Full call: www.icamobile.org/elections2025
📩 Reach out to @larawolfers.bsky.social if you're keen to run!
Call for Governance Positions | ICA Mobile
Current calls for governance positions at the ICA Mobile Communication Division
www.icamobile.org
July 2, 2025 at 3:13 PM
If you have questions about any of these positions let me know :)
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🚨 Nominations are open! 🚨
We're seeking passionate candidates for three key governance roles:
1️⃣ Secretary
2️⃣ Early Career Rep
3️⃣ Intl Liaison
Interested in shaping the future of our division? 🌍
👉 Full call: www.icamobile.org/elections2025
📩 Reach out to @larawolfers.bsky.social if you're keen to run!
We're seeking passionate candidates for three key governance roles:
1️⃣ Secretary
2️⃣ Early Career Rep
3️⃣ Intl Liaison
Interested in shaping the future of our division? 🌍
👉 Full call: www.icamobile.org/elections2025
📩 Reach out to @larawolfers.bsky.social if you're keen to run!
Call for Governance Positions | ICA Mobile
Current calls for governance positions at the ICA Mobile Communication Division
www.icamobile.org
July 2, 2025 at 9:19 AM
🚨 Nominations are open! 🚨
We're seeking passionate candidates for three key governance roles:
1️⃣ Secretary
2️⃣ Early Career Rep
3️⃣ Intl Liaison
Interested in shaping the future of our division? 🌍
👉 Full call: www.icamobile.org/elections2025
📩 Reach out to @larawolfers.bsky.social if you're keen to run!
We're seeking passionate candidates for three key governance roles:
1️⃣ Secretary
2️⃣ Early Career Rep
3️⃣ Intl Liaison
Interested in shaping the future of our division? 🌍
👉 Full call: www.icamobile.org/elections2025
📩 Reach out to @larawolfers.bsky.social if you're keen to run!
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Interesting job for emerging #rezfo scholars
I'm hiring! PhD position available at @everydaymedialab.bsky.social , starting in October and focusing on knowledge-related social media use. If you're at #ica25, feel free to talk to me at the opening reception or later. Or share the info with your master students www.psychjob.eu/de/job/resea...
Researcher / PhD Position (m/f/d)
The Leibniz-Institut für Wissensmedien (IWM) conducts research into the acquisition and sharing of knowledge and cooperation with digital media. The institute is a member of the Leibniz Association (L...
www.psychjob.eu
June 23, 2025 at 7:59 AM
Interesting job for emerging #rezfo scholars
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Huge congratulations to our top student paper award winner @anishaarenz.bsky.social! 🎉 🎉 🎉 #ICA25
June 16, 2025 at 12:32 AM
Huge congratulations to our top student paper award winner @anishaarenz.bsky.social! 🎉 🎉 🎉 #ICA25
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I am truly honored and grateful for this #MobileComm award! It's so great to see that my MA thesis is being recognized in the field 🔥 #ica25 @ascor.bsky.social
Huge congratulations to our top student paper award winner @anishaarenz.bsky.social! 🎉 🎉 🎉 #ICA25
June 16, 2025 at 6:22 AM
I am truly honored and grateful for this #MobileComm award! It's so great to see that my MA thesis is being recognized in the field 🔥 #ica25 @ascor.bsky.social
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Miss #ica25 already? ⛰️ Luckily, the post-ICA @icamobile.bsky.social hangouts are right around the corner! We'll be chatting informally about ICA et al ☕ you don't need to have attended ICA to join! Here's the link: tinyurl.com/icamobileevent (password: ICAMOBILE)
June 17, 2025 at 1:10 PM
Miss #ica25 already? ⛰️ Luckily, the post-ICA @icamobile.bsky.social hangouts are right around the corner! We'll be chatting informally about ICA et al ☕ you don't need to have attended ICA to join! Here's the link: tinyurl.com/icamobileevent (password: ICAMOBILE)
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One of the best parts of #ICA25? The incredible friendships we built. 💫
We're keeping that energy alive all year long with fun activities leading up to #ICA26!
🎉 Come hang out with us at our post-ICA sessions — reconnect, recharge, and keep the good vibes going.
We're keeping that energy alive all year long with fun activities leading up to #ICA26!
🎉 Come hang out with us at our post-ICA sessions — reconnect, recharge, and keep the good vibes going.
Miss #ica25 already? ⛰️ Luckily, the post-ICA @icamobile.bsky.social hangouts are right around the corner! We'll be chatting informally about ICA et al ☕ you don't need to have attended ICA to join! Here's the link: tinyurl.com/icamobileevent (password: ICAMOBILE)
June 18, 2025 at 5:15 AM
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We’re closing out #ICA25 with three high-density sessions starting at 12PM in Centennial H (Regency 3)!
First up: exploring the opportunities & challenges of mobile media for specific subpopulations. Don’t miss it! 📱🌍
First up: exploring the opportunities & challenges of mobile media for specific subpopulations. Don’t miss it! 📱🌍
June 16, 2025 at 3:25 PM
We’re closing out #ICA25 with three high-density sessions starting at 12PM in Centennial H (Regency 3)!
First up: exploring the opportunities & challenges of mobile media for specific subpopulations. Don’t miss it! 📱🌍
First up: exploring the opportunities & challenges of mobile media for specific subpopulations. Don’t miss it! 📱🌍
Very proud supervisor today. Xiaotong Zhang (now PhD student @ UW-Madison) did an awesome job presenting her MA thesis & then, @anishaarenz.bsky.social did an extraordinary job presenting her MA thesis which won the #MobileComm best student paper award. Thankful to work with so smart people #ica25
June 15, 2025 at 9:46 PM
Very proud supervisor today. Xiaotong Zhang (now PhD student @ UW-Madison) did an awesome job presenting her MA thesis & then, @anishaarenz.bsky.social did an extraordinary job presenting her MA thesis which won the #MobileComm best student paper award. Thankful to work with so smart people #ica25
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I’m incredibly grateful to receive the #ICA25 Dordick Dissertation Award! Many thanks to @icacat.bsky.social and to all the inspiring mentors, colleagues, and friends who have supported me throughout my PhD journey 🎓🏆🤩
June 14, 2025 at 4:07 AM
I’m incredibly grateful to receive the #ICA25 Dordick Dissertation Award! Many thanks to @icacat.bsky.social and to all the inspiring mentors, colleagues, and friends who have supported me throughout my PhD journey 🎓🏆🤩
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I'm hiring! PhD position available at @everydaymedialab.bsky.social , starting in October and focusing on knowledge-related social media use. If you're at #ica25, feel free to talk to me at the opening reception or later. Or share the info with your master students www.psychjob.eu/de/job/resea...
Researcher / PhD Position (m/f/d)
The Leibniz-Institut für Wissensmedien (IWM) conducts research into the acquisition and sharing of knowledge and cooperation with digital media. The institute is a member of the Leibniz Association (L...
www.psychjob.eu
June 12, 2025 at 11:30 PM
I'm hiring! PhD position available at @everydaymedialab.bsky.social , starting in October and focusing on knowledge-related social media use. If you're at #ica25, feel free to talk to me at the opening reception or later. Or share the info with your master students www.psychjob.eu/de/job/resea...
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A brief fire alarm break had us enjoying the great weather, but we’re back! 🔥 Now, a workshop on digital disconnection policy! #ICA25 #MobileComm
June 11, 2025 at 6:51 PM
A brief fire alarm break had us enjoying the great weather, but we’re back! 🔥 Now, a workshop on digital disconnection policy! #ICA25 #MobileComm
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Started #ICA25 with an engaging, super nice MobileComm precon 😊
Workshop on digital disconnection policies ✅
Workshop on neurodiversity in mobile comm research ✅
The obligatory #ICA firealarm ✅
Workshop on digital disconnection policies ✅
Workshop on neurodiversity in mobile comm research ✅
The obligatory #ICA firealarm ✅
A brief fire alarm break had us enjoying the great weather, but we’re back! 🔥 Now, a workshop on digital disconnection policy! #ICA25 #MobileComm
June 12, 2025 at 5:31 AM
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Had a wonderful start to #ICA25 today at the @icamobile.bsky.social precon! Thanks to @joebayer.bsky.social @larawolfers.bsky.social and @aliciagilbert.bsky.social for collaborating on a flash talk and @danilkowa.bsky.social for helping co-lead-organize a wonderful workshop on #neurodiversity ✨✨
June 12, 2025 at 6:36 AM
Had a wonderful start to #ICA25 today at the @icamobile.bsky.social precon! Thanks to @joebayer.bsky.social @larawolfers.bsky.social and @aliciagilbert.bsky.social for collaborating on a flash talk and @danilkowa.bsky.social for helping co-lead-organize a wonderful workshop on #neurodiversity ✨✨
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Evergreen #ica25 tips -
Go to top paper panels in other divisions.
Go to business meetings, those are the room(s) where it happens.
Go to at least 1 random panel for fun.
Hydrate, especially in Denver with high elevation.
Buy snacks for your room.
Have fun.
Go to top paper panels in other divisions.
Go to business meetings, those are the room(s) where it happens.
Go to at least 1 random panel for fun.
Hydrate, especially in Denver with high elevation.
Buy snacks for your room.
Have fun.
June 10, 2025 at 11:19 PM
Evergreen #ica25 tips -
Go to top paper panels in other divisions.
Go to business meetings, those are the room(s) where it happens.
Go to at least 1 random panel for fun.
Hydrate, especially in Denver with high elevation.
Buy snacks for your room.
Have fun.
Go to top paper panels in other divisions.
Go to business meetings, those are the room(s) where it happens.
Go to at least 1 random panel for fun.
Hydrate, especially in Denver with high elevation.
Buy snacks for your room.
Have fun.