Book Reviews of books that cover topics in and around CyberPsychology at work, home and play.
This book can only be listened to in Audible. You can find a link to the book on Nicola’s home webpage. If you are considering studying CyberPsychology, this book is an easy-to-listen-to introduction to the subject. The book covers the following Cyber topics: The Science Behind the Big Debates Is Online Communication Different? Who Are…
In this book, Neil Postman talks through the impact that modern media is having on our culture. It is a public discourse in the age of show-business. Although the book was published in 1980’s, long before computers became a ubiquitous item within our household, his insights into how digital technology (in the form of television…
Humans tend to categorise and group others according to specific physical, behavioural and mental states or characteristics. We do this because we need shortcuts to minimise excessive energy consumption. Getting to know someone on an individual basis takes time, effort and energy. So, if we can quickly classify someone, we can group them according to…
Released in January 2022, Issues and Debates in CyberPsychology takes a look at the current debates in CyberPsychology from an academic perspective. In her book, Dr Kaye gives a thorough overview of the concepts and discusses the current narratives around CyberPsychology. If you are new to CyberPsychology, or thinking about the discipline as a career…
Johann Hari’s book is a summary of three years of research and interviewing specialists in a number of academic areas. The mission of his book is to investigate how technology is changing our ability to focus and pay attention. Over the course of three years Johann Hari interviews a number of ‘experts’ in various disciplines,…
In his latest book, Nir walks through how technology is making us more and more distractable and has numerous suggestions on how we can claw back time in every area of our lives. Nir is also the author of Hooked, a book that has been widely read throughout the tech industry. It is an insightful…
In this book, Johann Hari goes in search of the answers to help him understand more about the depression that surfaced in his teens and became a big part of his life. His passion for investigating and writing on various subjects seems to come from a deep desire to find specific answers to deeply personal…
Cal Newport’s main hypothesis in this book is that ‘the ability to perform deep work is becoming increasingly rare at exactly the same time it is becoming increasingly valuable in our economy. As a consequence, the few who cultivate this skill, and then make it the core of their working life, will thrive.’ In this…
Because Internet is an exploration of how the language used on the Internet, and in particular on social media and text messaging, has changed how we communicate with others. The book explores how language and communication have evolved, even exploring how it changed with the advent of the landline. It also analyses the differences in…
Published in 2017, The Cyber Effect is one of the first CyberPsychology books to be written specifically for the general public. A book that everyone should read, especially parents. It will open your eyes to the potential opportunities and dangers that exist online. About Mary Aiken: Professor Mary Aiken is a Professor in Forensic Cyberpsychology at…
