The Wiley Handbook of Psychology, Technology and Society

Featuring contributions from an international array of experts, thoughtfully assembled by three of the leading authorities on the psychology of technology, this state–of–the–art handbook provides an innovative and evidence–driven examination of technology s impact on society and human behavior. Discussions cover a range of topical issues, including technology use by children and adolescents, social networking, Internet addiction and dependency, Internet credibility, multitasking, impression management, and audience reactions to media. The latest research on generational differences, Internet literacy, cyberbullying, sexting, Internet and cell phone dependency, and online risky behavior is seamlessly integrated into critical analysis. Chapters range from overviews of current research, to critical reviews of the field, and introductions to new research paradigms and data that further elucidate the psychological impacts of technology. Moving beyond established scholarship on the psychology of the Internet to address a wider variety of technologies, including smartphones, video games, tablet computing, etc., The Wiley Handbook of Psychology, Technology and Society will prove to be an essential reference for students and scholars of media psychology and anyone engaged in better understanding technology s impact on our modern lives.