Anger on the Internet Explained
How much do you spend reading other people’s comments online? How about posting your own comments and engaging in discussions with people from all over the world? I don’t know about you, but I have noticed that there seems to be a considerable number of people online who exude anger in their writing. I would [...]
What’s the Matter With Batman?
This question could be answered with “Where do I begin?” or “Absolutely nothing!” – it all depends on your perspective, I suppose. According to Robin Rosenberg, clinical psychologist and author based in California, however, there are things that could be wrong with everyone’s favorite superhero. Alright, he may not be everyone’s superhero of choice, but [...]
No, Facebook Does Not Cause Depression
I don’t know why I am such a sucker for these studies, when I know for a fact that I will be confronted with something that is either a no brainer or something totally vague and/or ludicrous. Still, I find myself reading studies, the results of studies, and potential studies…Whatever floats my boat, right? For [...]
Technology Withdrawal = Adults Act Like Babies
How attached are you to your gadgets? Which gadget/s do you always – and I mean always – have with you? While it used to be that certain gadgets were limited to those who absolutely needed them (read: beepers for doctors, if you even still remember those devices), today, we know that gadgets are as [...]
Social Networks Linked to Socially Aggressive Narcissism
So much has been said about Facebook – both negative and positive; and perhaps if we take a close look, we will see more whining than praising. No one can deny that the social network has thrived over the years. And it is not alone. More and more, we see social networks expanding their reach [...]
