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Heidi Vandebosch is a Professor at the Department of Communication Studies, University of Antwerp. Her research focuses on cyberbullying, online aggression, adolescent psychology, and media psychology, with a particular emphasis on evidence-based interventions and sociocognitive determinants like empathy and moral disengagement.
- Active projects: Friendly ATTAC (digital anti-cyberbullying games), Cyber-shoc (emotional reactions in bullying contexts)
- Key methodologies: Structural equation modeling, mixed-design ANOVA, content analysis, Delphi method
Her work spans interdisciplinary collaborations, addressing topics such as celebrity bashing, slut-shaming, and digital disconnection. She has contributed to policy frameworks in Belgium and Europe, particularly through COST action IS0801. Scientific awards include membership in Academia Europaea and leadership roles in academic integrity committees. Recent publications explore the intersection of health promotion, gamification, and social media dynamics.
She has published in journals like Computers in Human Behavior, Journal of Media Psychology, and Cyberpsychology, with a focus on adolescent behavior, digital interventions, and media representation. Her research often combines ICT and developmental psychology to design solutions for cyberbullying and online harassment.
