PSY 4E 05: LIFE SKILLS TRAINING &
APPLICATION
UNIT III: PROFESSIONAL PSYCHOLOGY
TOPIC: Cyber Psychology
,Cyber-psychology is an emerging discipline that focuses on the study
of human-machine interaction. Cyber-psychology studies how
humans are impacted by technology, how they interact over online
mediums, and the effect of cyberspace interactions on the minds of
individuals. The discipline also studies how humans interact with,
inside and after exposure to virtual realities.
Online Identity and Behaviour
People generally tend to behave differently behind the anonymity of
an online platform than they would behave in face to face
interactions. Generally, cyber-psychology views cyberspace as an
extension of the individual’s psychic world.
One aspect of cyber-psychology deals with the study of online
identities and relationships, and how online behaviour differs from the
behaviour of individuals in the physical realm. Some studies in in the
discipline may extend beyond human to human interactions and focus
more on how humans interact with machines and devices, such as
video games and mobile phones.
Current mainstream research in cyber-psychology focuses mainly on
the general realm of the psychological effects of computers and
devices on people and groups. However, the discipline also includes
the study of the impact of artificial intelligence and trans-human
technology, such as bionic body enhancements and cyborgs, on the
, human psyche, though existing research fairly is sparse in these areas.
Fully accredited Cyber psychology programs are now offered in
Canada, Ireland and other areas of Great Britain, however, such
programs will undoubtedly soon appear in the United States as well.
Practical Applications
The field of Cyber-psychology is relatively new so the contribution of
the discipline to the greater body of psychological knowledge is yet to
be fully realized.
Addiction Studies
Studies in cyber-psychology may contribute to the body of knowledge
of Addiction and Recovery. Many individuals display signs and
symptoms of addiction to online activities like video games and social
media platforms.
Cyber bullying and Online Harassment
Studies in cyber-psychology may address the contributing factors and
effects of cyber bullying on victims and observers. These studies may
find new ways to combat the problem of individuals using online
platforms to harass, stalk and bully others.
APPLICATION
UNIT III: PROFESSIONAL PSYCHOLOGY
TOPIC: Cyber Psychology
,Cyber-psychology is an emerging discipline that focuses on the study
of human-machine interaction. Cyber-psychology studies how
humans are impacted by technology, how they interact over online
mediums, and the effect of cyberspace interactions on the minds of
individuals. The discipline also studies how humans interact with,
inside and after exposure to virtual realities.
Online Identity and Behaviour
People generally tend to behave differently behind the anonymity of
an online platform than they would behave in face to face
interactions. Generally, cyber-psychology views cyberspace as an
extension of the individual’s psychic world.
One aspect of cyber-psychology deals with the study of online
identities and relationships, and how online behaviour differs from the
behaviour of individuals in the physical realm. Some studies in in the
discipline may extend beyond human to human interactions and focus
more on how humans interact with machines and devices, such as
video games and mobile phones.
Current mainstream research in cyber-psychology focuses mainly on
the general realm of the psychological effects of computers and
devices on people and groups. However, the discipline also includes
the study of the impact of artificial intelligence and trans-human
technology, such as bionic body enhancements and cyborgs, on the
, human psyche, though existing research fairly is sparse in these areas.
Fully accredited Cyber psychology programs are now offered in
Canada, Ireland and other areas of Great Britain, however, such
programs will undoubtedly soon appear in the United States as well.
Practical Applications
The field of Cyber-psychology is relatively new so the contribution of
the discipline to the greater body of psychological knowledge is yet to
be fully realized.
Addiction Studies
Studies in cyber-psychology may contribute to the body of knowledge
of Addiction and Recovery. Many individuals display signs and
symptoms of addiction to online activities like video games and social
media platforms.
Cyber bullying and Online Harassment
Studies in cyber-psychology may address the contributing factors and
effects of cyber bullying on victims and observers. These studies may
find new ways to combat the problem of individuals using online
platforms to harass, stalk and bully others.
