An Introduction to Cyberpsychology 2nd Edition by Gráinne Kirwan,Irene Connolly,Hannah Barton,Marion Palm 1032603526 9781032603520

PART 1: INTRODUCTION

Interview 1: Cyberpsychology in Professional Practice

1 Introduction to Cyberpsychology

Chapter Overview

Key Terms

Cyberpsychology: A Brief Synopsis

Cyberpsychology Journals, Conferences, and Research Groups

Aims and Structure of the Book

Part 1: Introduction

Part 2: Human Interactions Online

Part 3: Applied Cyberpsychology

Part 4: Psychology and Technology

Conclusion

Activity

Discussion Questions

Recommended Reading List

Glossary

References

2 Conducting Online Research

Chapter Overview

Key Terms

Introduction: Good Research

The Internet and Research

Secondary Research Online

Primary Research Online

Observation

Interviews, Questionnaires, and Experiments

Considerations for Online Data Collection

Internet Research Ethics

Conclusion

Activity

Discussion Questions

Recommended Reading List

Glossary

References

PART 2: HUMAN INTERACTION ONLINE

Interview 2: Cyberpsychology in Professional Practice

3 Computer-Mediated Communication and Online Media

Chapter Overview

Key Terms

Communication Tools Online

A Very Short History of Computer-Mediated Communication

Language and Online Communication

Paralanguage

Acronyms and Abbreviations

Emojis/Graphic Accents/Smileys/Emoticons

Communication Theories

Hyperpersonal Communication

The SIDE Model

The Shannon–Weaver Mathematical Model

Rules Theory/Co-Ordinated Management of Meaning (CMM)

Herb Clark’s Grounding Theory

Other Theories of Communication

Related Concepts

Conclusion

Activity

Discussion Questions

Recommended Reading List

Glossary

References

4 Self and Identity in Cyberspace

Chapter Overview

Key Terms

Online Behaviour Theories

Equalisation Hypothesis

Social Identity Model of Deindividuation Effects (SIDE) Theory (Leary and Kowalski, 1990)

Impression Management

The Role of Anonymity in Impression Management

Lying or Impression Management?

Broadcasters and Communicators

Identifiable Online Environments

Identity and Self in Anonymous versus Identifiable Online Environments

Conclusion

Activity

Discussion Questions

Recommended Reading List

Glossary

References

5 The Dark Side of the Internet

Chapter Overview

Key Terms

The Internet and Trolling

Why Do the Trolls Do It?

How Do Trolls Operate?

Prejudice and Stereotyping Online

Stereotyping

Effects of Online Ostracism and Prejudice

How Can We Reduce Prejudice Online?

Sexual Harassment Online

Cyberstalking

Griefing, Toxic Gamer Cultures, and Dark Participation

Conclusion

Activity

Discussion Questions

Recommended Reading List

Glossary

References

6 Love and Relationships Online

Chapter Overview

Key Terms

Seeking Love Online

Meeting Online: Where, Who, and Why?

What Motivates People to Find Romance Online?

Experiences and Outcomes

Online Dating Profiles

CMC and Its Effect on Online Romance

Self-Presentation and Deception in Online Dating

Shifting Modalities: Moving Offline

Maintaining Relationships Online

Jealousy, Surveillance, and Infidelity

Breaking up

Conclusion

Activity

Discussion Questions

Recommended Reading List

Glossary

References

7 Attention and Distraction Online

Chapter Overview

Key Terms

Studying in a Multitasking Environment

Using Technology while Studying at Home

Using Technology during Class Time

How Do High Multitaskers Compare to Light Multitaskers?

Ability to Ignore Irrelevant Information

Working Memory Capacity

Skill in Switching from One Thing to Another

Effects of Habitual Multitasking

Impact on Depth of Learning

Why Do People Multitask?

Attention

Alerting and Orienting

Executive Control and Attention Network Test

Training Attention Using Mindfulness and Meditation

Developing Self-Control

The Marshmallow Test: Self-Control and Delayed Gratification

A Digital Marshmallow Test: The Academic Diligence Task

Strategies for Improving Focus and Handling Distraction

Turning Study into a Game

Technology Breaks

Setting up an Intention to Wait to Check Technology

Using Technology to Block Distractions

Listening to Music

Taking a Break from Media: Walking outside in Natural Environment

Value of Time Unplugged

Conclusion

Activities

Discussion Questions

Recommended Reading List

Glossary

References

8 The Dynamics of Groups Online

Chapter Overview

Key Terms

Introduction

Groups: What, How, and Why

Online Groups versus Offline Groups

Reliance on Online Group Membership: Risks/Rewards

How Do People Behave in Online Groups?

Future Directions for Research in Online Groups

Conclusion

Activity

Discussion Questions

Recommended Reading List

Glossary

References

9 Persuasion and Compliance in Cyberspace

Chapter Overview

Key Terms

What Is Social Influence?

Compliance

Obedience and Authority

Replication Online of Milgram’s Electric Shock Experiments

Conformity

Persuasion

The Yale Model of Persuasive Communication

The Elaboration Likelihood Model (ELM)

Captology

Conclusion

Activity

Discussion Questions

Recommended Reading List

Glossary

References

10 Privacy and Trust Online

Chapter Overview

Key Terms

Sharing Information Online

Deciding What Information to Share

Cognitive Psychology and Decision Making

Communication Privacy Management

Social Spheres and Space

Paradoxes, Trade-offs, and Gaps

Removing Our Data Online

Conclusion

Activity

Discussion Questions

Recommended Reading List

Glossary

References

PART 3: APPLIED CYBERPSYCHOLOGY

Interview 3: Cyberpsychology in Professional Practice

11 Forensic Cyberpsychology

Chapter Overview

Key Terms

Cybercrime

Categorising Cybercrime

Forensic Psychology: An Overview

Research Topics in Forensic Psychology

Theories of Crime

Conclusion

Activity

Discussion Questions

Recommended Reading List

Glossary

References

12 Cyberpsychology and Psychopathology

Chapter Overview

Key Terms

What Is Psychopathology?

What Is the Range of Internet-Based Disorders?

Internet Gaming

Social Networking

Nomophobia and Mobile Phone Usage

Pathological Internet Usage

Treatment Options

Using Technology to Support Recovery and the Treatment of Poor Mental Health

Conclusion

Activity

Discussion Questions

Recommended Reading List

Glossary

References

13 Sport and Health Cyberpsychology

Chapter Overview

Key Terms

Introduction to Sport Cyberpsychology

Athletes’ Technology Use

Wearable Technologies: Activity, Sleep, and Psychological States

Sport Psychology Consultants’ Technology Use

Athletes’ Social Media (SM) Use

Health Cyberpsychology

Technology and Health

Health Information Searching Online: Benefits and Risks

Conclusion

Activity

Discussion Questions

Recommended Reading List

Glossary

References

14 The Online Workplace

Chapter Overview

Key Terms

Organisations Today: The Online Workplace

What about Today?

The Challenges Technology Poses for Today’s Workplaces

It’s a New World: The Virtual Environment

Virtual Teams

The Challenges That Technology Poses for Modern People

The Darker Side of Technology

The Challenges for the Future of Work

Back to the Future?

Conclusion

Activity

Discussion Questions

Recommended Reading List

Glossary

References

15 The Internet as an Educational Space

Chapter Overview

Key Terms

The Internet and Its Impact on Learning

Learning Using the Internet

Interrogating Learning and the Internet

Future Trends

Conclusion

Activity

Discussion Questions

Recommended Reading List

Glossary

References

16 Consumer Cyberpsychology and Online Marketing

Chapter Overview

Key Terms

Who Shops Online?

The Factors Affecting Online Shopping Acceptance

Motivation for Shopping Online

Consumer–Brand Relationships

eLoyalty and Retention of Customers

Decision-Making and Purchase Satisfaction

Persuasion

The Impact of Design on Persuasion

Conclusion

Activity

Discussion Questions

Recommended Reading List

Glossary

References

17 Young People and the Internet

Chapter Overview

Key Terms

The Positive Role of Technology

Gaming

Cyberbullying

Psychological Effects of Cybervictimisation

Tackling Cyberbullying

Conclusion

Activity

Discussion Questions

Recommended Reading List

Glossary

References

18 Older Adults in the Digital Age

Chapter Overview

Key Terms

Technology Adoption

Technology for Communication

Digital inclusion

Positive Impacts of Technology on Older Adults

Negative Impacts of Technology on Older Adults

Online Scams

Conclusion

Activity

Discussion Questions

Recommended Reading List

Glossary

References

PART 4: PSYCHOLOGY AND TECHNOLOGY

Interview 4: Cyberpsychology in Professional Practice

19 Human–Computer Interaction

Chapter Overview

Key Terms

Introduction

Who Is Involved?

The Origins of Human–Computer Interaction

The Current State of the Field

Human–Computer Interaction in Practice

Gathering Requirements

Designing and Prototyping

Evaluation

Cyberpsychology and Human–Computer Interaction

Conclusion

Activity

Discussion Questions

Recommended Reading List

Glossary

References

20 Gaming

Chapter Overview

Key Terms

An Introduction to Video Gaming

Introduction

What Are Video Games?

The Evolution of Video Games

What Types of Games Are There?

The Psychology of Video Gaming

Conclusion

Activity

Discussion Questions

Recommended Reading List

Glossary

References

21 Psychological Applications of Virtual and Augmented/Mixed Reality

Chapter Overview

Key Terms

Virtual Reality Equipment

Head Mounted Displays

Other Virtual Reality Equipment

Mixed Reality and Augmented Reality

Presence

Virtual Reality as a Treatment Tool

Anxiety Disorders

Addictions and Eating Disorders

Virtual Reality as a Diagnostic Tool: Paranoia and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

Virtual Reality as Pain Management

Virtual Reality in Psychological Research

Conclusion

Activity

Discussion Questions

Recommended Reading List

Glossary

References

22 The Psychology of Artificial Intelligence

Chapter Overview

Key Terms

Defining and Testing Artificial Intelligence

Social Robotics

Applications of Artificial Intelligence

Cognitive Psychology

Gaming

Customer Services and User Interfaces

Psychotherapy

Companionship

Artificial Intelligence in the Future

Conclusion

Activity

Discussion Questions

Recommended Reading List

Glossary

References