Speaking of Psychology
Speaking of Psychology
American Psychological Association
Digital altruism and cyberheroes (SOP8)
7 minutes Posted Mar 3, 2014 at 12:32 pm.
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“Cyberheroes” are those who actively use the Internet and digital technologies to help others, animals and the environment, says psychologist Dana Klisanin, PhD. She researches how online interactions can promote compassion and altruism and is even designing a video game that could help young people tackle global challenges using their computers. In this episode, Dr. Klisanin discusses how social media and online interactions can be a force for good.

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