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Social Science Research, Professionalism and Public Relations Practitioners

This study, based on a mail survey of 111 public relations specialists, finds that most professionals feel that knowledge of social science techniques is important. Yet while about one-sixth of respondents reported using research in all their programs, one-third reported little use. The most used research techniques were focus groups, mail surveys and telephone and personal interviews.