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Chapter 21
Handbook of Research on Deception, Fake News, and Misinformation Online
A personality trait manifesting as extreme self-centeredness, desire for approving attention and praise, belief in one’s “specialness,” lack of empathy, a tendency to exploit others, resistance to criticism, and a sense of entitlement. One of the Dark Triad personality traits linked to cyber-bullying and trolling.
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Troll Farm: Anonymity as a Weapon for Online Character Assassination
Leslie J. Reynard (Washburn University, USA)
Copyright: © 2019 |Pages: 28
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-5225-8535-0.ch021
Abstract
Anonymity can create cowards. Perceptions of mistreatment can create an urge for revenge. And online social media platforms create opportunities to exact vengeance. This chapter provides an overview of online character assassination as it has evolved within a profusion of social media sites offering forums for uncensored airing of opinions. When opinions constitute political speech, they can be life-threatening. When opinions are commercial speech rating character and competence of professionals, digital defamation can threaten livelihood. In commercial arenas, victims often feel helpless to protect their reputations; however, some legal remedies may be available. This essay investigates the nature of abusive communication online, the role anonymity plays in digital attacks, and psychological characteristics associated with trolls and cyber-bullies. Case studies of individuals' efforts to defend themselves from online character assassination illustrate concepts discussed and strategies being used for online reputational self-defense.
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Combating the “Gimme More” Mindset in Modern Classrooms: Citizenship Education vs. Entitlement
Extreme and constant selfishness and focus on one’s own being, comfort, and interest, even at the expense of others.
Published in Chapter: Combating the “Gimme More” Mindset in Modern Classrooms: Citizenship Education vs. Entitlement; From: Handbook of Research on Applied Learning Theory and Design in Modern Education
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Troll Farm: Anonymity as a Weapon for Online Character Assassination
A personality trait manifesting as extreme self-centeredness, desire for approving attention and praise, belief in one’s “specialness,” lack of empathy, a tendency to exploit others, resistance to criticism, and a sense of entitlement. One of the Dark Triad personality traits linked to cyber-bullying and trolling.
Published in Chapter: Troll Farm: Anonymity as a Weapon for Online Character Assassination; From: Developing Safer Online Environments for Children: Tools and Policies for Combatting Cyber Aggression
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The Psychology of Personal Web Sites
A personality trait that refers to self-centeredness and inflated but fragile self-esteem.
Published in Chapter: The Psychology of Personal Web Sites; From: Handbook of Research on Computer Mediated Communication
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The Psychology of Personal Web Sites
A personality trait that refers to self-centeredness and inflated but fragile self-esteem.
Published in Chapter: The Psychology of Personal Web Sites; From: Handbook of Research on Computer Mediated Communication
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Academic Entitlement and the K-20 System: The Importance of Implementing Policies to Better the Education System
An individual who is very self-centered and has an inflated sense of self-importance.
Published in Chapter: Academic Entitlement and the K-20 System: The Importance of Implementing Policies to Better the Education System; From: Strategic Leadership in PK-12 Settings
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The Dark Side of Leadership
Narcissism is a personality disorder characterized by excessive self-importance, a lack of empathy for others, and a constant need for admiration and validation. Narcissistic individuals may have an inflated sense of their own abilities and accomplishments and may believe that they are special or unique.
Published in Chapter: The Dark Side of Leadership; From: Global Leadership Perspectives on Industry, Society, and Government in an Era of Uncertainty
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Art of the Constructive Academic Social Brag to Improve Competition and Performance for Social-Shared Teaching and Learning
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