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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?

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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?

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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.

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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.