Our recent article explores the complex roles of online communities in contexts such as work, hate, and addiction. We review key research on how these communities can present both opportunities and risks, shaping behavior and social interactions. This work offers insights into the evolving digital landscape and highlights central themes from the Emerging Technologies Lab on social media and online behavior.
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Oksanen, A., Celuch, M., Oksa, R., & Savolainen, I. (2024). Online Communities Come with Real-world Consequences for Individuals and Societies. Communications Psychology, https://doi.org/10.1038/s44271-024-00112-6.
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