The Psychology of the Selfie: What the Research Says

ISBN-13: 9781032004723 / Angielski / Miękka / 2021 / 184 str.

Barrie Gunter

Opis

The Psychology of the Selfie provides a comprehensive overview and analysis of research on the significance of selfies, offering insights into the topic from a psychological perspective and examining important issues such as body image, self-objectification, mental health and psychological benefits.

Spis treści

1. The Selfie Phenomenon 2. Profiling the Selfie-Takers 3. Selfies and Personality 4. Selfie Behaviour: Self-Image and Narcissism 5. Selfie Behaviour: Social Pressures 6. Selfies, Self-Objectification and Body Image 7. Selfies, Sexual Attraction and Relationships 8. Selfies, Celebrities, Influencers and Branding 9. Selfies, Mental State and Well-Being 10. Selfies and Psychological Benefits 11. Selfie Awareness and Literacy

O autorze

Barrie Gunter is a psychologist who worked in broadcasting and academia and is Emeritus Professor at the University of Leicester where he was formerly Professor of Mass Communication.