HOW IS TECHNOLOGY CHANGING THE STUDY
OF PSYCHOLOGY: Review Of Literature
Reviewer: Abigail Deena George
School: Sunrise English Private School, Abu Dhabi
Abstract:
An Analysis of how technology is changing the study of psychology has resulted in a significant
impact on human beings positively and negatively. In a positive way, we can see that technology
is less time-consuming and more convenient than face-to-face therapy sessions. Technologies,
such as social media, can boost our well-being and help us feel more connected to the people
around us. New technologies are greatly helping psychological researchers, particularly in the
area of data gathering. Thanks to new technology, researchers can now collect information
through the internet, social media, self-reporting via computers, and wearable devices (fitness
trackers and smart watches). Reviewing the negative effects of technology on human psychology
shows that people often get too relaxed in their comfort zones, which can lead to increased
feelings of loneliness and isolation. Hence this review concludes that technology can positively
and negatively affect interpersonal and intrapersonal relationships. It is important for people to
manage technology usage, as too much time spent on it can negatively impact numerous aspects
of life.
Key Words: Technology, time-consuming, well-being, self-reporting, too relaxed,
isolation
HOW IS TECHNOLOGY CHANGING THE STUDY
OF PSYCHOLOGY: Review Of Literature
Reviewer: Abigail Deena George
School: Sunrise English Private School, Abu Dhabi
Introduction:
Technology has helped shape some of the most important advances in modern psychology, such
as improvements in psychological: education, assessments, diagnoses, treatments, research, and
knowledge-sharing. Advancements in technology allow people to be more connected than ever,
but this may come at a price. Overuse of technology and mobile devices has been linked to
eyestrain, difficulty focusing on other tasks, and depression.
Objective:
To understand the impacts or influences of technology in the field of psychology
Method:
Collecting, reviewing, and analyzing of data on the positive and negative impact of technology
on all age groups.
Result:
Our world continues to modernize, globalize, and see rapid improvements in technology. There are
many, many consequences of this. Let’s see the positive and negative effects of the influence of technology in
the field of psychology;
Positive effect
1.