The use and content of gossip is displayed below in statistics. The statistics provided are based on studies conducted by experts.

Truthfulness

Positive gossip is more likely to contain truthful information than untruthful information.  

Intentions

Untruthful gossip is more likely to contain unintentional lies than intentional lies. 

Time spent

People spend an estimated 52 minutes gossiping a day when they are awake for 16 hours.

Lies

When gossiping in settings where any type of competition is involved, lies are 63 percent more prevalent.