Handbook of Media Psychology The Science and The Practice
This relevant and timely handbook provides researchers and academics with rich wide-ranging presentations of an area critical to the dissemination and discussion of results and implications of ongoing scientific investigations for bringing about social change in democratic societies through the use...
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| Format: | eBook |
| Language: | English |
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Springer Nature Switzerland
2024, 2024
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| Edition: | 1st ed. 2024 |
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| Summary: | This relevant and timely handbook provides researchers and academics with rich wide-ranging presentations of an area critical to the dissemination and discussion of results and implications of ongoing scientific investigations for bringing about social change in democratic societies through the use of media and technology. “An invaluable source for academics interested in the psychology of media, including artificial intelligence, and for psychologists who use media in their work, including telehealth. “ -Steven Pinker, Professor of Psychology, Harvard University; author of How the Mind Works. “An intriguing glimpse into the future by world class experts in the media and psychology.” -Pat DeLeon, MPH, JD, PhD, Former President, American Psychological Association “This Handbook…is a must have.” -Ronald F. Levant, Ed.D., M.B.A., A.B.P.P., Former President, American Psychological Association “A standard for the field and an excellent textbook.” -James H. Bray, PhD, Former President, American Psychological Association “A who’s who of legends, top scholars, and rising stars in media psychology and technology.” -James C. Kaufman, Ph.D., University of Connecticut “The gold standard, a must have book for clinicians, researchers, educators and social policy makers… from its “rock stars.” -Alan D. Entin, PhD, Past President, Society for Media Psychology and Technology “Edited by three of the greats in psychology…vital reading!” -Dr. Debbie Joffe Ellis, Columbia University “A must-read…written and edited by eminent experts.” -Mary K. Alvord, Ph.D. Past President, Society for Media Psychology and Technology “A vital companion.” -Kristian A. Alomá, PhD, President-Elect, Society for Media Psychology and Technology This comprehensive and up-to-date resource presents the state of the science in the expanding and widely influential field of media psychology and technology. Covering theoretical concepts, research, and practice, this handbook explores key areas relevant to developing media psychology and technology in today's world. The impact of media and technology is discussed as are the uses and misuses of various media outlets, including television, film, and social media. How media affects public opinion and attitudes is given special attention, as are psycho-social and neuropsychological factors. The authors are recognized experts in this field, many associated with the American Psychological Association’s Society of Media Psychology and Technology. |
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| Physical Description: | XXVI, 273 p. 9 illus., 7 illus. in color online resource |
| ISBN: | 9783031565373 |