Profiling proclivity for technology-facilitated sexual violence through Dark Tetrad traits

IF 9 1区心理学 Q1 PSYCHOLOGY, EXPERIMENTAL

Computers in Human Behavior Pub Date : 2025-01-15 DOI:10.1016/j.chb.2025.108565

Constantinos M. Kokkinos , Theano Papioti , Ioanna Voulgaridou

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Abstract

This study examines the complex interaction between dark personality traits and technology-facilitated sexual violence (TFSV) proclivity, using an online anonymous questionnaire completed by 1735 Greek university students (611 men, aged 18–55; M = 21.89, SD = 6.18). Latent Profile Analysis identified four distinct personality profiles based on participants' scores on the Dark Tetrad traits: manipulative narcissists (high Machiavellianism and narcissism), cold strategists (high psychopathy and moderate Machiavellianism), dominant egocentrics (high sadism and narcissism), and balanced individuals (low across all traits). Findings revealed significant differences in TFSV proclivity across profiles. Dominant egocentrics exhibited the highest levels of TFSV proclivity and its dimensions, including acceptance and enjoyment of TFSV, indicating a strong link between sadism and malicious digital behaviors. Manipulative narcissists and cold strategists demonstrated higher levels of acceptance of TFSV, reflecting tendencies toward manipulation and impulsivity. In contrast, balanced individuals reported significantly lower proclivity across all dimensions, highlighting a healthier personality profile. These findings provide valuable insights into the psychological underpinnings of harmful digital behaviors and underscore the importance of targeted strategies to promote digital ethics and responsible online behavior.

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Computers in Human Behavior Multiple-

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19.10

自引率

4.00%

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381

审稿时长

40 days

期刊介绍： Computers in Human Behavior is a scholarly journal that explores the psychological aspects of computer use. It covers original theoretical works, research reports, literature reviews, and software and book reviews. The journal examines both the use of computers in psychology, psychiatry, and related fields, and the psychological impact of computer use on individuals, groups, and society. Articles discuss topics such as professional practice, training, research, human development, learning, cognition, personality, and social interactions. It focuses on human interactions with computers, considering the computer as a medium through which human behaviors are shaped and expressed. Professionals interested in the psychological aspects of computer use will find this journal valuable, even with limited knowledge of computers.