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Index
Title
Copyright
Dedication
Contents
List of illustrations
Notes on contributors
Foreword
Acknowledgements
Part 1 Introduction
Chapter 1 Introduction to cyberpsychology
Chapter overview
Key terms
Cyberpsychology: A brief synopsis
Cyberpsychology journals, conferences and research groups
Aims and structure of the book
Conclusion
Activity
Discussion questions
Recommended reading list
Glossary
References
Chapter 2 Conducting online research
Chapter overview
Key terms
Introduction: Good research
The Internet and research
Secondary research online
Primary research online
Internet research ethics
Conclusion
Activity
Discussion questions
Recommended reading list
Glossary
References
Part 2 Human interactions online
Chapter 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
Communication theories
Related concepts
Conclusion
Activity
Discussion questions
Recommended reading list
Glossary
References
Chapter 4 Self and identity in cyberspace
Chapter overview
Key terms
Online behaviour theories
Impression management
Identifiable online environments
Conclusion
Activity
Discussion questions
Recommended reading list
Glossary
References
Chapter 5 The dark side of the Internet
Chapter overview
Key terms
The Internet and trolling
The interactional norm framework of flaming
Prejudice and stereotyping online
Sexual harassment online
Cyberstalking
Griefing
Conclusion
Discussion questions
Recommended reading list
Glossary
References
Chapter 6 Love and relationships online
Chapter overview
Key terms
Seeking love online
What motivates people to find romance online?
What makes a dating profile attractive?
Maintaining relationships online
Breaking up
Conclusion
Activity
Discussion questions
Recommended reading list
Glossary
References
Chapter 7 Attention and distraction online
Chapter overview
Key terms
Studying in a multitasking environment
How do high multitaskers compare to light multitaskers?
Attention
Developing self-control
Strategies for improving focus and handling distraction
Conclusion
Activities
Discussion questions
Recommended reading list
Glossary
References
Chapter 8 The dynamics of groups online
Chapter overview
Key terms
Introduction
Over-reliance on online group membership
How do people behave in online groups?
Future directions for research in online groups
Conclusion
Activity
Discussion questions
Recommended reading list
Glossary
References
Chapter 9 Persuasion and compliance in cyberspace
Chapter overview
Key terms
What is social influence?
Compliance
Obedience
Conformity
Persuasion
Conclusion
Activity
Discussion questions
Recommended reading list
Glossary
References
Chapter 10 Privacy and trust online
Chapter overview
Key terms
Sharing information online
Removing our data online
Conclusion
Activity
Discussion questions
Recommended reading list
Glossary
References
Part 3 Applied cyberpsychology
Chapter 11 Forensic cyberpsychology
Chapter overview
Key terms
Cybercrime
Forensic psychology: An overview
Conclusion
Activity
Discussion questions
Recommended reading list
Glossary
References
Chapter 12 Abnormal cyberpsychology and cybertherapy
Chapter overview
Key terms
What is abnormal psychology?
What are the range of Internet-based disorders?
Mobile phone separation anxiety and the Internet
Pathological Internet usage
Treatment options
Conclusion
Activity
Discussion questions
Recommended reading list
Glossary
References
Chapter 13 Sport and health cyberpsychology
Chapter overview
Key terms
Introduction
Sport cyberpsychology
Health cyberpsychology
Conclusion
Activity
Discussion questions
Recommended reading list
Glossary
References
Chapter 14 The online workplace
Chapter overview
Key terms
Organisations today: The online workplace
The challenges technology poses for today’s workplaces
It’s a new world: The virtual environment
The challenges that technology poses for modern men and women
The challenges for the future of work
Conclusion
Activity
Discussion questions
Recommended reading list
Glossary
References
Chapter 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
Activities
Discussion questions
Recommended reading list
Glossary
References
Chapter 16 Consumer cyberpsychology and online marketing
Chapter overview
Key terms
The rise of online shopping
The factors affecting online shopping acceptance
Consumer–brand relationships
Persuasion
Conclusion
Activity
Discussion questions
Recommended reading list
Glossary
References
Chapter 17 Young people and the Internet
Chapter overview
Key terms
The positive role of technology
Gaming
Cyberbullying
Conclusion
Activity
Discussion questions
Recommended reading list
Glossary
References
Part 4 Psychology and technology
Chapter 18 Human–Computer Interaction
Chapter overview
Key terms
Introduction
Human–Computer Interaction in practice
Cyberpsychology and Human–Computer Interaction
Conclusion
Activity
Discussion questions
Recommended reading list
Glossary
References
Chapter 19 Gaming
Chapter overview
Key terms
An introduction to video gaming
The psychology of video gaming
Conclusion
Activity
Discussion questions
Recommended reading list
Glossary
References
Chapter 20 Psychological applications of Virtual Reality
Chapter overview
Key terms
Virtual Reality equipment
Presence
Virtual Reality as a treatment tool
Virtual Reality as a diagnostic tool: Paranoia and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
Virtual Reality as pain management
Virtual Reality in psychological research
Conclusion
Activities
Discussion questions
Recommended reading list
Glossary
References
Chapter 21 The psychology of Artificial Intelligence
Chapter overview
Key terms
Defining and testing Artificial Intelligence
Social robotics
Applications of Artificial Intelligence
Artificial Intelligence in the future
Conclusion
Activity
Discussion questions
Recommended reading list
Glossary
References
Glossary
Index
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