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The Relationship Between Self-esteem and Cyber Aggression: The Evidence from Meta-analysis ZHANG Lihua, WANG Lexin Psychology: Techniques and Application. 2025, 13 (3):  129-146.  Abstract ( 125 )   PDF（pc） (1057KB) ( 149 )   Save This meta-analysis was conducted to explore the strength and moderators of the the relationship between self-esteem and cyber aggression because the inconsistent results of previous studies. By searching Chinese and English databases, 85 cases and 86 independent effect sizes together with 65048 participants which met the inclusion criteria of meta-analysis were selected. Heterogeneity test indicated that random effects model was appropriate for the study. Main-effect test findings demonstrated that self-esteem was significantly associated with cyber aggression. Further moderation analysis revealed that the association between self-esteem and cyber aggression was moderated by measurement tools of self-esteem and the type of culture background, sample size, but not by participants’ age, gender, school stages, measurement tools of cyber aggression, and the type of publication. The result suggests that improving self-esteem can help reduce the occurrence of cyber aggression. In the future, longitudinal tracking can be conducted to explorethe mechanism and causal relationship of self-esteem affecting cyber aggression. Related Articles | Metrics

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Latent Classes and Its Influencing Factors of Online Risk Exposure Among Chinese High School Students BU Ruohan, ZHANG Yali Psychology: Techniques and Application. 2025, 13 (3):  147-156.  Abstract ( 107 )   PDF（pc） (944KB) ( 185 )   Save A survey was conducted on 1579 high school students in Hebei Province to explore the latent classes of online risk exposure and its influencing factors among high school students, using the Online Risk Exposure Scale, Parental Conflict Scale, Teacher Support Scale, Peer Attachment Scale, and Self-Control Scale. The results indicated that high school students can be divided into low-risk group, explicit content exposure group, and high-risk group in terms of online risk exposure. Logistic regression analysis showed that parental conflict, teacher support, peer attachment and self-control were the influencing factors of latent classes of online risk exposure. The ROC analysis results showed that the overall detection threshold for high school students’ online risk exposure was 9 points, and the detection threshold for explicit content exposure group was 3 points. There is heterogeneity in online risk exposure among high school students. Psychological counseling personnel should suit the methods to the situation and give counseling suggestions from parents, teachers, peers and individuals according to the type of online risk exposure. Related Articles | Metrics

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The Impact of Explanation and Manipulated Choice on Selective Preference TANG Weihai, HU Jun, WANG Huamei, LIU Xiping Psychology: Techniques and Application. 2025, 13 (3):  157-165.  Abstract ( 96 )   PDF（pc） (1279KB) ( 105 )   Save Based on the choice blindness paradigm, two experiments were conducted to explore the impact of explanation and manipulated choice on selective preference. The results revealed that the influence of explanation on selective preference manifests as a choice diffusion effect; the impact of manipulated choice on choice preferences is characterized by a tendency towards preference reversal or actual preference reversal; the effect of explanation within the context of manipulated choice on selective preference is demonstrated by an amplification of the tendency towards preference reversal or the preference reversal itself; the influence of explanation on preferences within manipulated choice is reflected in the temporal dimension, with 20 seconds identified as the critical period for qualitative change in preferences, namely the occurrence of preference reversal. Related Articles | Metrics

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The Influence of Social Distance on Group Members' Prior Beliefs About Risk in Risky Decision-Making ZHONG Xudong, WANG Jiawen, WANG Fang Psychology: Techniques and Application. 2025, 13 (3):  166-176.  Abstract ( 84 )   PDF（pc） (1191KB) ( 36 )   Save To deeply explore the variations in individual risk-taking behavior within group decisions and their cognitive foundations, and subsequently optimize group decision-making effectiveness, this study employs the Balloon Analogue Risk Task (BART). It compares individuals' sequential risk decisions across different decision-making modes (individual decision-making, joint decision-making, and alternating decision-making) and under varying social distance group conditions. Furthermore, a Bayesian model of reinforcement learning is utilized to construct a model of the decision-making process. The research reveals that, when using traditional behavioral indicators (average number of balloon pumps), compared to individual decision-making, individuals exhibit more risky behavior when decision-making involves two people. However, Bayesian model fitting reveals that this is not due to an increase in individual risk preference but rather an enhancement in their prior belief that the balloon will not burst. Moreover, this increase in prior belief is more pronounced in groups with close social distances. Related Articles | Metrics

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Quantum Cognitive Psychology: Innovations in Cognitive Models and Decision Theory from an Interdisciplinary Perspective LIU Shen Psychology: Techniques and Application. 2025, 13 (3):  177-184.  Abstract ( 97 )   PDF（pc） (888KB) ( 127 )   Save The Quantum Decision-Making Model, leveraging principles of quantum probability and measurement, profoundly reveals human choice tendencies in complex and uncertain situations, effectively addressing shortcomings of classical decision theory. Additionally, the Quantum Cognitive Model opens new vistas for understanding cognitive phenomena such as multiple choices, ambiguity, and information interference. However, Quantum Cognitive Psychology still faces numerous challenges at the levels of theoretical deepening and experimental validation, particularly in the seamless integration of abstract concepts from quantum mechanics with concrete cognitive experiments. With the rapid development of quantum computing, neuroscience, and artificial intelligence, Quantum Cognitive Psychology promises to pave more avenues for cognitive research and technological innovation, further fostering deeper interdisciplinary integration and collaborative development. Related Articles | Metrics

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Review of the Causes and Interventions for the Underrepresentation of Women in STEM Fields XU Lingruina, ZHANG Li Psychology: Techniques and Application. 2025, 13 (3):  185-192.  Abstract ( 82 )   PDF（pc） (1148KB) ( 82 )   Save This study reviews the relevant literature from the past decade to analyze the underlying reasons for the low participation and high attrition rates of women in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) fields, considering biological, psychological, and socio-environmental factors. Biological factors encompass brain structure and sex hormones; psychological factors involve self-efficacy, cognitive abilities, and interest in STEM subjects; socio-environmental factors include gender stereotypes, family influences, and educational settings. Current intervention studies primarily focus on educational and governmental strategies within schools, families, and social media, aiming to mitigate gender stereotypes and enhance interest in STEM subjects. Future research should broaden its scope to encompass emerging STEM fields, increase localized studies, and evaluate the long-term effects of various interventions Related Articles | Metrics