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InBits

InBits

De: Dr Nicola Fox Hamilton Dr Liam Challenor
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In bits: Deconstructing our digital lives Dr Liam Challenor and Dr Nicola Fox Hamilton explore areas of cyberpsychology that you’re curious about, with a different topic every two weeks. From social media “addiction” to attention span changes, from trolling and harassment to online activism, from gaming to online dating, from misogyny to radicalisation online. Our lives are fully immersed in technology, and people have concerns about how it might be affecting us all. There is a lot of poor media reporting and scaremongering in the field of cyberpsychology, but far less evidence-based content to offer an alternative. This podcast is informative and educational, directly addressing peoples’ concerns, worries and hopes, while also being entertaining and enjoyable to listen to. We breakdown challenging and sometimes difficult topics “in bits” to make them approachable, fun and easy to understand.Copyright 2025 All rights reserved. Higiene y Vida Saludable Psicología Psicología y Salud Mental
Episodios
  • Trust Issues: Misinformation in the Digital Age

    Trust Issues: Misinformation in the Digital Age
    Jul 22 2025

    In today’s episode, we’re unpacking misinformation from a psychological angle. We’ll talk about what counts as misinformation and disinformation, How “fake news” thrives online, and the Psychological biases that make us vulnerable. The consequences of misinformation on behaviors and society and what’s being done to fight back—from legislation to digital literacy.

    Content Warning: We discuss real-world examples of misinformation in health, politics, and social issues that may be disturbing or frustrating for some listeners.

    Resources

    https://www.factchecking.ie/

    European Digital Media Observatory (EDMO)

    https://www.medialiteracyireland.ie/training-development/

    National Youth Council Report

    Research

    Kim et al (2023)

    Kim et al (2019)

    Rocha et al (2021)
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    55 m
  • Catfishing: Love and lies online

    Catfishing: Love and lies online
    Jul 8 2025
    In this episode, we unpack the psychology and motivations behind catfishing—the act of creating false identities online. We explore how online environments foster deception, how attachment styles and personality traits like psychopathy and narcissism play into catfishing behavior, and what impact this has on victims. Drawing from psychological theories, research studies, and real-world examples, this episode unpacks how anonymity, identity exploration, and emotional needs all intersect in the phenomenon of catfishing. Whether for attention, control, amusement, or exploitation, the reasons people catfish, and the effects it has, are more complex than you might expect. Content warning: sexual harassment/image based sexual abuse, manipulation and control, and psychological distress. Support resources: If you have been affected by the content of this episode in any way, the supports at the link below may be of assistance. If you are not in Ireland, please seek supports local to you. Irish Health Service Executive mental health supports The Samaritans Pieta House - Suicide and Self-harm Resource Key Papers: Anderson, A. P., Bryce, J., Ireland, C. A., & Ireland, J. L. (2019). A preliminary review of cyber-deception factors: Offerings from a systematic review. Salus Journal, 7(1), 88-107. Suler (2004). The Online Disinhibition Effect. Cyberpsychology and Behaviour. Mosley, M. A., Lancaster, M., Parker, M. L., & Campbell, K. (2020). Adult attachment and online dating deception: A theory modernized. Sexual and Relationship Therapy, 35(2), 227-243. Lauder, C., & March, E. (2023). Catching the catfish: Exploring gender and the Dark Tetrad of personality as predictors of catfishing perpetration. Computers in Human Behavior, 140, 107599. Moor & Anderson (2019). A systematic literature review of the relationship between dark personality traits and antisocial online behaviours. Personality and Individual Differences. News stories: GAA Catfish podcast episodes 1 & 2 https://open.spotify.com/episode/2ADTwa9ipI0plNJA0NgtiB GAA Catfish podcast episode 3 https://open.spotify.com/episode/5QLi4OZ43Vuopj87kOYoF5 Aoibhin's story My catfishing nightmare: ‘I’m waiting for someone to sit across from me and start a date I don’t know I’m supposed to be on’ Adele Rennie https://bbc.com/news/articles/c4grwglgnxvo
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    1 h y 8 m
  • Older Adults & Tech: Debunking bias & thriving online

    Older Adults & Tech: Debunking bias & thriving online
    Jun 24 2025

    We debunk age-related biases. Learn why caution is key, and how with support, older adults can thrive in the digital world, minimizing online risks and maximizing tech benefits.

    Resources and Links

    AARP Survey

    Broady et al (2010) - Comparison of older and younger adults’ attitudes towards and abilities with computers: Implications for training and learning

    Baldassar et al (2017) - Aging in place in a mobile world: New media and older people’s support networks

    Busch et al (2021) - Smartphone use amongst older adults

    Chatterman et al (2019) - Should AI-Based, conversational digital assistants employ social- or task-oriented interaction style? A task-competency and reciprocity perspective for older adults
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    53 m
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