Digital Lives group members
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Digital Lives
Our research group investigates how and why people and groups interact with digital technology and the psychological impact it has on their lives.
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Our research group forms part of the Department of Psychology.
News and research
Updates about our group's research and activities.
(Temporary) TikTok ban and the politicisation of social media: Olivia Brown speaks to LBC
Olivia Brown discusses the (temporary) TikTok ban and the increasing politicisation of social media platforms with Paul Brand.
Memes as stabilisers of conspiracy culture
Emily Godwin examines how memes strengthen online communities of conspiracy theorists.
Progress, peril & polarisation: Mechanisms of mobilisation in the digital age
Prof Laura Smith examines risks and threats that arise from digital communication, and the opportunities for anticipating and mitigating harms.
What is the Online Safety Act and why have riots reopened debates about it?
Drs Olivia Brown and Alicia Cork explain the impact of the Online Safety Act and why social media's role in far-right riots are putting it under the spotlight.
Misinformation, emotions, and violence: the dark side of conspiracy theories
Darja Wischerath explains how social media platforms can act as a breeding ground for violence by allowing unchecked discussions around conspiracy theories.
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