Digital Communities & Leadership
Online communities are much more than technological platforms. They serve as psychological and social spaces where people connect, share experiences, and build relationships. Our research examines behavior in digital communities, online leadership, motivations for participation and lurking, emotional support, and the ways community leaders foster trust, engagement, and social resilience, particularly during times of uncertainty and crisis.
Digital Leadership:
Motivations for Creating and Managing Facebook Communities
Management Strategies of Facebook Community Leaders
The Motivations of Leaders to Lead Parenting Communities on Facebook
Personality Traits of Facebook Community Leaders
Virtual Communities on Facebook:
Support in Facebook Groups for People with ADHD
Participation in Facebook Groups for Fertility Patients
Privacy in Medical Facebook Groups
The Therapeutic Effect of Facebook Book Club Groups
Virtual Communities on WhatsApp:
Older Adults' Experiences in Family WhatsApp Groups
The Importance of Family WhatsApp Groups
What Motivates People to Participate in WhatsApp Groups
The Intergenerational Space for Older Adults in Family WhatsApp Groups