Books by Giuseppe Riva

In order to 'be online', an individual has to create an online presence. This online self is presented in different ways, with diverse goals and aims in order to engage in different social media activities and to achieve desired outcomes. The authors propose a wide overview of the psychology of social networking and its implications in our lives.

In order to 'be online', an individual has to create an online presence. This online self is presented in different ways, with diverse goals and aims in order to engage in different social media activities and to achieve desired outcomes. The authors propose a wide overview of the psychology of social networking and its implications in our lives.

Human computer confluence is a research area aimed at developing an effective, even transparent, bidirectional communication between humans and computers. This book provides a collection of chapters exploring the science, technology and applications of HCC, bringing together experts in neuroscience, psychology and computer science.

The book describes promotion and fostering of positive psychological change in everyday life, focusing on the concept of Flow of Consciousness - an experience of subjective psychological wellbeing that nourishes and complexifies the Self.