Cognitive constraints on the structure and dynamics of social networks
Everyday social activities take place within an environment peopled by a specific set of individuals (our social network). The author reviews the evidence that our social world is both limited in size and highly structured. This structuring consists of a series of circles of acquaintanceship, the su...
Main Author: | Dunbar, R |
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Format: | Journal article |
Language: | English |
Published: |
2008
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