Technology Use

Technology use

Technology use is an increasingly important aspect of modern life. People today spend significant portions of their day online for work, socializing, communication, and recreation.
We are figuring out how behavioral science can promote digital wellbeing and healthy behavior in these spheres.

PUBLICATION

A Behavior Analytic Perspective on Treatment of Problem Gaming and Problem Social Media Use

Problem gaming and problem social media use are emerging areas of study that present opportunities for research and practice.

Behavior analysts can help to clarify the mechanisms involved, and to differentiate problematic from healthy use.

Hassan & Kyonka, 2021

Behavioral Psychology of Cell Phone Use

Our article, "A Behavior Analytic Perspective on Treatment of Problem Gaming and Problem Social Media Use" is part of a special section and topical collection in The Psychological Record about the behavioral psychology of cell phone use.

Introduction

Read Dr. Kyonka's introduction to the special section.

Issue

The special section is published in the June, 2021 issue of The Psychological Record.

Topical Collection

A list of all the articles in the topical collection.