Book edited by Research Assistant Dr. Ayten Bengisu Cansever Bayhan published

Addressing contemporary issues of the new media era through an interdisciplinary perspective

Edited by Research Assistant Dr. Ayten Bengisu Cansever Bayhan, the book brings together researchers from various disciplines, including communication studies, psychology, sociology, cultural studies, and media studies, on a common academic platform. Through a range of studies, the volume examines the effects of constant online connectivity, information overload, social media use, and algorithmic platforms on individuals’ emotional experiences.

The book also discusses, within the framework of contemporary academic approaches, issues such as emotional exhaustion caused by the increasing intensity of information in digital media environments, loss of empathy, the attention economy, forms of social interaction, and the impact of digital platforms on social relationships. In this respect, the volume serves as a comprehensive reference source contributing to the literature on digital culture, media literacy, and the social sciences.

An important work strengthening international academic collaboration

As part of the editorial process, an extensive editorial effort was undertaken, including the evaluation of scholarly contributions from researchers in different countries, the management of academic peer-review processes, and the development of the book’s overall scientific coherence. Prepared with contributions from experts in their respective fields, the volume provides a multidimensional examination of the social and psychological transformations emerging in the new media era.

Edited books published by international academic publishers contribute to the advancement of scholarly knowledge by bringing together researchers from different disciplines under a shared scientific framework. In this respect, the publication represents not only an individual academic achievement but also an important editorial endeavor that contributes to strengthening international research networks.

Contributing to IGU’s international academic visibility

Istanbul Gelisim University continues to support its academics in international publishing, editorial work, and scientific research activities. This international volume edited by Research Assistant Dr. Ayten Bengisu Cansever Bayhan is among the significant works that strengthen the University's scientific production capacity and global academic visibility.

Bringing together contemporary discussions on new media culture, digital communication, social transformation, and human behavior, Examining Emotional Fatigue and Social Indifference in the New Media Era is expected to become an important resource for researchers working in the fields of communication, media studies, psychology, and the social sciences. The publication is also expected to contribute to the development of international academic collaborations and to enrich scholarly discussions on the contemporary challenges of the digital age.