The Cyberpsychology Page

Domestic Violence

Sexism and Social Media in the Depp vs. Heard Case

Julie R. Ancis, Ph.D. on May 30, 2022

A Personal Perspective: Is what we are seeing about the Amber Heard vs. Johnny Depp case real? Can we take a collective pause?

A Personal Perspective: Is what we are seeing about the Amber Heard vs. Johnny Depp case real? Can we take a collective pause?

Media

Disinformation Techniques: How to Spot Them

Julie R. Ancis, Ph.D. on July 15, 2021

Misinformation campaigns spread like wildfire online. They render people unwitting pawns. Are you able to spot misinformation techniques or are you part of the problem?

Misinformation campaigns spread like wildfire online. They render people unwitting pawns. Are you able to spot misinformation techniques or are you part of the problem?

Stress

Social Media Use, Psychological Function, and Well-Being

Julie R. Ancis, Ph.D. on March 15, 2021

Is social media bad for our mental health? Research suggests that it depends.

Is social media bad for our mental health? Research suggests that it depends.

Education

Cyberpsychology: Defining the Field

Julie R. Ancis, Ph.D. on November 29, 2020

With the growth of new technologies and an increasingly interconnected world, the field of cyberpsychology has emerged as a unique discipline. But what is it?

With the growth of new technologies and an increasingly interconnected world, the field of cyberpsychology has emerged as a unique discipline. But what is it?

Anger

How to Respond to Aggravating Social Media Posts

Julie R. Ancis, Ph.D. on August 22, 2020

Are your social media exchanges supportive and comforting? Or are you finding them increasingly contentious and stressful? If you fall into the latter category, you are not alone.

Are your social media exchanges supportive and comforting? Or are you finding them increasingly contentious and stressful? If you fall into the latter category, you are not alone.

Coronavirus Disease 2019

COVID and Cognitive Bias: Rationalizing Danger

Julie R. Ancis, Ph.D. on May 21, 2020

Biased interpretations of COVID-related information are prevalent. Understanding how such misinterpretations occur is essential for living in a safer world.

Biased interpretations of COVID-related information are prevalent. Understanding how such misinterpretations occur is essential for living in a safer world.

Coronavirus Disease 2019

A Guide for High-Risk People Navigating COVID-19

Julie R. Ancis, Ph.D. on April 29, 2020

Frustrated and angry? These are some of the emotions being experienced by those at high risk.

Frustrated and angry? These are some of the emotions being experienced by those at high risk.

Coronavirus Disease 2019

Everyone's a COVID-19 Expert: Separating Fact from Fiction

Julie R. Ancis, Ph.D. on April 22, 2020

When everyone's an expert, separating fact from fiction during is essential to safety and sanity.

When everyone's an expert, separating fact from fiction during is essential to safety and sanity.

Coronavirus Disease 2019

Three Tips for Mental Health During COVID-19 and Zoom

Julie R. Ancis, Ph.D. on April 15, 2020

Is your technology use during quarantine jeopardizing your mental health?

Is your technology use during quarantine jeopardizing your mental health?