Cyberpsychology[1] is a branch of psychology that studies the impact of digital technology[4] on human behavior. It encompasses research on diverse aspects such as the effects of virtual reality[2] on behavior, cognitive modeling, and the influence of social media[3] on personality disorders, addiction, and anxiety. Cyberpsychology also explores the benefits and challenges of virtual therapy, particularly its effectiveness observed during the COVID-19 pandemic. Another significant area of focus is the correlation between social media usage and self-esteem, feelings of social isolation, depression, and addictive behaviors. Its effects on sleep quality and overall well-being are also considered. Cyberpsychology not only impacts other fields like cybersecurity but also has cultural relevance and resources dedicated to its study, including professional bodies, journals, TV shows, and books.
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Cyberpsychology (also known as Internet psychology, web psychology, or digital psychology) is a scientific inter-disciplinary domain that focuses on the psychological phenomena which emerge as a result of the human interaction with digital technology, particularly the Internet.