Cyberpsychology and How to Protect Yourself in the Online World with Dr. Michael Nuccitelli

Do you know how to stay safe on the internet and in the cyberworld?  Have you ever been stalked or followed online?   We discussed the topic of cyber psychology and the importance of protecting yourself online in this week’s episode of the Weekend Wellness Hour Show with psychologist, Cyberpsychology researcher and online safety educator, Dr. Michael Nuccitelli.  Dr. Nuccitelli has been a licensed psychologist in New York State since 1997 but became interested in dark psychology and the study of cyber psychology.    He created the term ipredator to describe those who use the internet and other communication technologies to target others to exploit them or hurt them in a criminal manner.  He has been volunteering his time since 2010 to educate people on what can happen online if they don’t protect themselves.   We discussed the concepts of cyberbullying and cyberstalking.  Bullying typically refers to children and young adults but cyberstalking can happen at all ages.  Dr. Nuccitelli explained the three types of stalking, ranging from harassment to the treat of physical harm.    Dr. Nuccitelli explained the idea of trolling and the difference between an internet troll and predatory troll. We even touched on what an online psychopath is and what happens when you encounter one.   Dr. Nuccitelli shared some tips on how to minimize your risk of falling victim to a cyber criminal.  He also explained how he has free resources on his website including risk assessments and checklists that you can download (without having to give your email address) to learn how you can protect yourself in cyberspace.    Please join us to learn how you can protect yourself in the online space.   Please feel free to reach out to Dr. Michael Nuccitelli at https://www.ipredator.co/.   -Dr. Amy Novotny   Subscribe to PABR Institute's email list for free Tips for Relief: https://pabrinstitute.activehosted.com/f/1   www.pabrinstitute.com