Cybersex the performativity of their online selves, this is often underpinned by a
strong belief in a pre-existing 'real self' which ... Such connections have been
described as 'more frequent and shallower, more intense and briefer 'than those
which take place offline (Kibby, & Costello, 1999). ... The particular conditions –
and joy – of cybersex – the possibility of anonymity coupled with the opportunity
for ...
Author: Gopalan, Rejani Thudalikunnil
Publisher: IGI Global
ISBN: 1522540482
Page: 355
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Online communication has exploded in the past decade with the development of social networking sites like Facebook, as well as social media applications. As more people turn to the online world to connect with others, they must learn how to develop and maintain personal relationships with very little or no in-person interaction. Intimacy and Developing Personal Relationships in the Virtual World sheds light on the various issues that accompany online interactions. The book examines activities that have gone from occurring in reality to taking place in the online world such as cyberbullying, online social networking, and online dating. The publication also highlights the negative effects of spending a lot of time online such as mental health issues, internet addiction, and body image control. This book is a vital resource for psychiatrists, psychologists, clinicians, social workers, medical administrators, academicians, educators, and graduate-level students.