Cyberpsychology-Journal of Psychosocial Research on Cyberspace
Scope & Guideline
Advancing Insights into Cyberspace Behavior
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Understanding Cyberpsychology:
The journal focuses on the psychological aspects of online behavior, including how individuals interact with digital platforms and the implications for mental health. - Social Media and Mental Health:
It investigates the relationship between social media use and various mental health outcomes, exploring both positive and negative effects on well-being. - Cyberbullying and Online Aggression:
The journal addresses issues related to cyberbullying, including the dynamics of aggression, victimization, and the role of bystanders in online environments. - Gaming and Addiction:
Research on gaming behaviors, including the prevalence of gaming disorders and the psychological factors that contribute to excessive gaming, is a significant focus. - Technology's Role in Communication:
The journal examines how technology alters interpersonal communication, including the effects of digital interactions on social relationships and emotional expression. - Impact of Digital Influencers and Online Communities:
Investigating the influence of digital communities and online personalities on behaviors, attitudes, and social norms. - Technological Interventions in Mental Health:
The journal explores the use of technology in mental health services, such as teletherapy and AI-driven mental health applications.
Trending and Emerging
- Impact of COVID-19 on Online Behavior:
A notable increase in research examining changes in online behavior and mental health during and post-pandemic, reflecting the significant role of technology in coping strategies. - Mental Health Influencers and Online Communities:
Growing interest in how health influencers on social media affect followers' behaviors and attitudes towards mental health and lifestyle choices. - Cyber Victimization and Resilience:
Increased focus on the psychological effects of cyber victimization, including the resilience factors that help individuals cope with online aggression. - Artificial Intelligence in Mental Health:
Emerging research examines the role of AI in mental health services, including perspectives from professionals on its effectiveness and ethical considerations. - Digital Stress and Well-Being:
A trend towards understanding the nuances of digital stress, including its impact on socioemotional well-being among various demographic groups. - Gamification and Engagement in Learning:
Research on the use of gamification in educational contexts is on the rise, exploring how gaming elements can enhance engagement and learning outcomes. - Social Comparison and Body Image:
Increasing attention to the effects of social media on body image, particularly among adolescents, and the role of media literacy in mitigating negative outcomes.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Media Effects:
Research focusing on traditional media's psychological effects has diminished, indicating a shift towards examining newer platforms like social media and streaming services. - General Internet Use Studies:
Broad studies analyzing internet use without specific contexts or behaviors are becoming less common, as research increasingly targets specific applications and their impacts. - Static Models of Online Behavior:
There has been a decline in studies that utilize static models to analyze online behavior, with a move towards dynamic and longitudinal approaches that account for changes over time. - Focus on Older Adults' Internet Use:
Research specifically addressing older adults' interactions with technology has decreased, likely due to a broader focus on youth and emerging adult populations. - Cybersecurity Awareness as a Primary Focus:
While cybersecurity remains important, papers exclusively examining awareness without a psychological perspective have become less frequent, as the journal emphasizes the psychological implications of online security.
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