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EPISODE · Feb 5, 2026 · 40 MIN

Cyberpsychology with Professor Emma Short Part 1

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Episode Summary In this episode of Detective Diaries, we sit down with Professor Emma Short, a leading psychologist specialising in the impact of cybercrime and online harassment. Hosted by the team at Answers Investigation, the discussion explores the psychological toll of digital stalking and how modern investigators can better support victims in the digital age. Key Discussion Points The Evolution of Stalking: Professor Short discusses how stalking has migrated from the physical world to the digital realm and the unique challenges this presents for law enforcement. Psychological Impact: An in-depth look at the trauma and "nightmare state" victims experience when facing persistent online harassment. Digital Footprints: How investigators use digital evidence to identify perpetrators and build cases against cyber-stalkers. Supporting Victims: Best practices for detectives when interviewing and managing the mental well-being of those affected by cyber-related crimes. About the Guest Professor Emma Shortis a renowned psychologist and academic who has dedicated her career to researching the social and psychological effects of cyberstalking and harassment. Her work has been instrumental in shaping how the UK legal system and private investigators approach digital victimology.   #TrueCrime #CyberStalking #DetectiveDiaries #EmmaShort #DigitalForensics #PrivateInvestigator #CyberPsychology #VictimSupport #OnlineSafety #PodcastAlert #CriminalPsychology #AnswersInvestigation  Credits: Interviewer: Harry Watts Interview with: Professor Emma Short Readers:  Adina Loliceru , Freya Holmberg, Jim Luck, Eli Murton  Learn more by visiting www.private-detectives.co.uk Company details at www.private-detectives.co.uk/ To contact us email [email protected] Tel: +44 207 158 0332      

Episode Overview An interview with Professor Emma Short, Lecturer in Psychology at London Metropolitan University.    Key Discussion Points Professor Short is a Chartered Health Psychologist. Emma specialises in cyberpsychology. Her teaching is informed by her research and practitioner experience with the intention on bringing theory to life. She has conducted research in cyberstalking, image based sexual abuse and technology facilitated abuse since 2005, working with partners in the third sector, higher education, the police and government bodies. She continues to work with a wide network of academics and practitioners within the #DetectiveDiaries #Cyberpsychology #Emma Short #TrueCrimeSeries #AnswersInvestigation Credits: Interviewer: Harry Watts Interview with: Professor Emma Short Readers:  Adina Loliceru , Freya Holmberg, Jim Luck, Eli Murton  Learn more by visiting www.private-detectives.co.uk Company details at www.private-detectives.co.uk/ To contact us email [email protected] Tel: +44 207 158 0332

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