CYBERPSYCHOLOGY An important new textbook for an exciting area of contemporary psychological study and research... The field of cyberpsychology examines the psychology of interactions between individuals, societies and digital technologies. This engaging and accessible textbook offers a complete introduction to the subject. The authors outline key theories, provide critical assessments, identify areas in need of further research, and discuss ways to use digital technologies as a research tool. They also include a wealth of real life examples, activities and discussion questions for students at undergraduate and graduate levels. Cyberpsychology provides up-to-date coverage of a wide range of topics relating to online behaviour, and considers the potential impact of these interactions offline: O online identity O online dating and relationships O pornography O cyberbullying O children's use of the Internet O online games and gambling O deception O online crime
List of Tables, Figures and Boxes x Chapter 1 Introduction 1 Chapter 2 The Self in Cyberspace 9 Chapter 3 Online Relationships 23 Chapter 4 Online Dating 39 Chapter 5 Online Sexual Activities 51 Chapter 6 Internet Infidelity 62 Chapter 7 Children s and Teens Use of Digital Technologies 73 Chapter 8 Online Education 86 Chapter 9 Leisure and Entertainment 101 Chapter 10 Online Gaming and Gambling 114 Chapter 11 Online Deception 128 Chapter 12 Online Crimes: Scams, Fraud and Illegal Downloads 141 Chapter 13 Online Crimes: Cyberharassment, Hate Crimes and Cyberwarfare 156 Chapter 14 Online Crimes: Child Pornography and Paedophilia 170 Chapter 15 Online Support and Health Care 187 Chapter 16 Concluding Thoughts 200 References 203 Index 240
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