Well since Chat GPT and I are working together tonight a question came to my mind, psychology is always fascinating to me.
So true and I noticed there are no positives on the list, makes sense.
People who
frequently give red X’s—or downvotes, disapprovals, or similar negative feedback—on a discussion board often share a few psychological traits or motivations, though these can vary depending on context. Here are some common patterns:
1. Desire for Control or Authority
- Some individuals use red X’s to assert dominance or reinforce what they believe to be the “right” perspective.
- They may feel they are correcting others or guarding the space’s standards.
2. Perfectionism or Rigid Thinking
- They might hold very black-and-white views, seeing certain comments as simply wrong rather than open to interpretation.
- This rigidity can lead them to downvote rather than engage in dialogue.
3. Need for Social Validation
- Ironically, some give red X’s to align with others, hoping to be seen as part of the “in group” or majority opinion.
4. Low Tolerance for Dissent
- These users may react negatively to views that challenge their worldview, not because the idea is poorly argued but because it is unfamiliar or uncomfortable.
5. Frustration or Resentment
- If a person feels unheard, powerless, or resentful in other areas of life, they may use the red X as a low-risk outlet for expressing that frustration.
6. Avoidance of Engagement
- Instead of debating or explaining their disagreement, they may prefer the red X as an impersonal, consequence-free way to disapprove without discussion.