Date of Award
Summer 8-23-2025
Document Type
Doctoral Research Paper
Degree Name
Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology and Adolescent Psychology
Organizational Unit
Graduate School of Professional Psychology
First Advisor
Colby Rogers
Second Advisor
Alyssa Oland
Third Advisor
Chelse Song
Copyright Statement / License for Reuse
All Rights Reserved.
Keywords
Clinical psychology, Adolescent, Adolescent psychology, Literature review, Internet, Study proposal
Abstract
This doctoral paper argues that the internet, particularly the "manosphere," poses three significant threats to the development of adolescent males in the U.S.: the influence of misogynistic online personalities, the normalization of risky online behavior, and the spread of right-wing misinformation. The paper highlights the role of the COVID-19 pandemic in exacerbating these issues due to increased internet usage. Furthermore, it proposes a research study to investigate the link between exposure to online misogynistic content and aggressive behavior in schools, emphasizing the unique challenges of studying adolescents and their online culture. Finally, the paper stresses the urgent need for updated research and treatment approaches to address these emerging problems.
Copyright Date
7-15-2025
Publication Statement
Copyright is held by the author. User is responsible for all copyright compliance.
Rights Holder
Xavier Bird
Provenance
Received from author
File Format
application/pdf
Language
English (eng)
Extent
48 pgs
File Size
375 KB
Recommended Citation
Bird, Xavier, "Playing Catch Up: A Brief Look into Modern Internet Culture and Its Impact on Adolescent Male Development" (2025). Graduate School of Professional Psychology: Doctoral Papers and Masters Projects. 559.
https://digitalcommons.du.edu/capstone_masters/559
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