Handbook of Media Psychology
The Science and The Practice
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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. 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. 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 bringingabout social change in democratic societies through the use of media and technology.
An international roster of experts Includes pre and post-internet timeline Covers key topics of virtual reality, audiences, persuasive advertising, and more
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“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, Johnstone Professor of Psychology, Harvard University, and the author of How the Mind Works and Rationality.
“An intriguing glimpse into the future by world class experts in the media and psychology. Will their prognostications be validated over the next decade? The foundations inherent in their forecasts are skillfully explored. Unprecedented technological advances continue to shape the future in unexpected ways, including within behavioral health care.”
-Pat DeLeon, MPH, JD, PhD, Former President of the American Psychological Association; Distinguished Professor at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (DoD) in the School of Nursing and School of Medicine.“In today’s world, media (particularly social media) and technology are omnipresent and engulfing; thus, a book focusing on the psychology of media and technology is sorely needed. The Handbook of Media Psychology and Technology--The Science and the Practice meets that need with chapters authored by the most prominent psychologists working in this area. This volume is one that you simply must have.”
-Ronald F. Levant, Ed.D., M.B.A., A.B.P.P., Former President of the American Psychological Association; Professor of Psychology Emeritus, The University of Akron
“Outstanding contribution to Media Psychology that provides an up-to-date overview of the field. The book is edited by some of our most eminent media psychologists. This will be a standard for the field and an excellent textbook for media psychology.”
-James H. Bray, PhD, Former President of the American Psychological Association; Fellow of the APA Society for Media Psychology and Technology; Professor, University of Texas at San Antonio
“This is a who’s who of legends, top scholars, and rising stars in media psychology and technology. The chapters cover both key concepts and cutting-edge topics that could be ripped from the headlines. I cannot imagine a more timely or valuable handbook!”
-James C. Kaufman, Ph.D., Professor of Educational Psychology, Neag School of Education, University of Connecticut; A founding editor of Psychology of Popular Media Culture (now Psychology of Popular Media) and Psychology of Aesthetics, Creativity and the Arts.
“An outstanding and definitive resource when we need it most! This Handbook expertly synthesizes an enormous and important scientific body of work at an extraordinarily important time when media is perhaps more influential than ever. This is essential reading for anyone who wants to understand how mediaand technology may be changing what is means to be human.”
-Mitch Prinstein, Ph.D., John Van Seters Distinguished Professor of Psychology and Neuroscience, UNC-Chapel Hill, author of Popular: Finding Happiness and Success in a World That Cares Too Much About the Wrong Kinds of Relationships
“A must-read for those interested in the burgeoning field of Media Psychology, including what is most relevant to our digital world – ethics, social media and teen brains, apps, AI, Virtual and Augmented Reality. Written and edited by eminent experts in the field, this volume provides academics and practitioners thought-provoking information.”
-Mary K. Alvord, Ph.D. Past President of the APA Society for Media Psychology and Technology and Co-Author of The Action Mindset Workbook for Teens.
"The blessings and curses inherent in the impactful, accelerating and massively influential (overt and subliminal) realms of media andtechnology cannot be ignored, and had better not be!
This superb book edited by three of the greats in psychology, with contributions by authors who are legendary and outstanding luminaries along with some who are young and brilliant rising stars in the field, is vital reading for anyone who wants to learn more about media and technology, about maximizing the benefits, and preventing the potentially disastrous dangers, in this twenty first century, and beyond."
-Dr. Debbie Joffe Ellis, Adjunct Professor, Columbia University Teachers College; Author; Global Presenter on Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy“In the ever-evolving field of Media Psychology, this handbook stands out as a crucial resource. Drawing on my own experience working with many of its esteemed authors, I can attest to their expertise and dedication. This book masterfully blends thorough research with practical insights, making it an essential guide for both novices andseasoned professionals. It's more than a must-read—it's a vital companion for anyone navigating the complexities of media's psychological impact.”
-Kristian A. Alomá, PhD, President-Elect of the Society for Media Psychology and Technology; Founder & CEO at Threadline
“This book is destined to be the gold standard, a must have book for clinicians, researchers, educators and social policy makers who are interested in the growth and applications of media psychology in clinical practice or research, artificial intelligence and virtual reality, ethical considerations or the next chapter in the growth and development of this emerging specialty in psychology from its “rock stars.”
-Alan D Entin, PhD, ABPP, a founding member and Past President of the APA Society for Media Psychology and Technology
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