Afleveringen
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How can psychology strengthen cybersecurity? In this episode, Chartered Psychologist Rebecca McKeown focusses on the human side of cybersecurity, the importance of crisis resilience, and why mental agility is key in high-stakes cyber incidents. Rebecca expounds on the pitfalls of traditional security training, and how organisations can better equip teams to navigate cyber threats. Tune in to discover why humans are not the weakest link—but the strongest defence.
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How does human psychology shape cybersecurity? Dr Hadlington talks through the critical role human factors play in cybersecurity and debunks the myth that technical expertise alone can protect organisations. Our behaviours, cognitive biases, and everyday distractions - like the allure of social media notifications - significantly influence our vulnerability to cybercrime.
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80% of organisation’s cybersecurity breaches stem from human factors. Dr. John Blythe, expounds on how cyberpsychology and behavioural science can reduce employee mitigated cybersecurity breaches. We talk about how gamification and AI can help organisations more effectively tackle cyber threats, and how focusing more on the Human Element can create better security solutions.
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In this episode Carolyn Freeman speaks with psychotherapist Stephanie Jeans about online sexual addiction and compulsive behaviour. They explore how digital access fuels addiction, its impact on relationships and mental health, and the role of shame in perpetuating secrecy. Stephanie shares insights on breaking the cycle and supporting affected individuals.
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Dr Douglas Parry examines digital distraction, multitasking and self-regulation in this episode, discussing tech’s impact on attention. He highlights research gaps and urges accurate science communication and his upcoming project on youth and technology use in the Global South.
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In this episode, we talk about how video games foster social integration and education. We discover the difference between ‘Interactional Systems’ and interactive tech, and the integration of AI-powered social robots in healthcare. We also talk about the ethical concerns surrounding AI, its productivity potential, sentience, and media misrepresentation of academic findings.
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Dr Stéphane Bouchard takes us on a fascinating journey through the development and use of Virtual Reality (VR) as a clinical tool, explaining how it can help overcome anxiety disorders, addictions, and chronic pain. Stéphane’s insights underscored how VR is reshaping the future of mental health care and its potential to revolutionise psychotherapy.
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Dr Rachel Kowart reveals how digital games shape mental well-being, trust, and safety. She talks about her research on how gaming fosters connection and creativity and about her multimedia platform PsychGeist.
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Stéphane, a pioneer in video-based therapies, explores the transformative potential of telepsychotherapy and its impact on mental health care and how effective it is on many disorders, offering greater accessibility and patient autonomy, allowing greater accessibility for those with geographical or physical limitations.
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Rachel Wood discusses the psychological impact of artificial intelligence on professionals, the workplace, and educational systems. Her insights on the rapid evolution of AI and its implications offer a fresh perspective on how we can adapt to the challenges and opportunities of emerging technologies.
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In this episode we explore the fascinating world of Forensic CyberPsychology with Dr Marshall S. Rich, a leading expert in this are. With a unique blend of military experience, academic expertise, and government-level involvement, Marshall brings a compelling perspective to understanding and counteracting cyber adversaries.
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Dr Andrew Campbell is a leading expert on technology and children. We explore how technology impacts development and the innovative tool focused on mental wellbeing created in their Research Lab, called ‘My Circle’. We talk about why “screentime” is an outdated measure of digital use, and discuss insights into gaming disorder, warning signs for parents, and CyberPsychology in mental health, security, and industry.
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In our chat with Dr Marsden, we explore the intersection of AI and psychology/behaviour from the perspective of positive psychology. We talk about how technology enhances autonomy, relatedness, and competence, and discuss AI in mental health therapy, motivational analysis, and productivity tools, alongside ethical concerns. Dr Marsden provides insights into media literacy, fostering wellbeing through meaningful technology use and advice for CyberPsychologists thinking of pursuing a career in AI.
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As an eSports champion and a PhD student, Chelsea Gault is uniquely positioned to give insights into why people game, why they participate in and watch eSports and how their personality type affects their behaviour within a game. She also highlights two aspects of personality that is specific to the online world: how choosing a specific avatar changes your self-perception and how we can become more disinhibited online.
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