At ConnectLAB, we study the psychological and social impact of digital technologies. Or research focus on their role in fostering meaningful connections as well as in shaping experiences of exclusion.
We are particularly committed to investigating online interactions through social media, deepening our understanding of well-known phenomena such as phubbing and ghosting through innovative methods, and exploring emerging forms of interaction involving virtual reality and artificial intelligence technologies.
SOCIAL EXCLUSION
AND MARGINALIZATION
At ConnectLAB, we investigate how ostracism, rejection, and chronic social exclusion shape human behavior, emotions, and identity.
Our research examines the psychological impact of being ignored, rejected, or dehumanized, exploring how these experiences influence emotions, cognition, and social behavior.
A key focus is the long-term effects of exclusion in marginalized groups, including migrants, individuals experiencing homelessness, and prisoners, to understand how social disconnection shapes their lives. We also study the coping mechanisms and resilience strategies that can help mitigate the negative effects of exclusion and foster social reintegration.

SOCIAL INTERACTIONS
IN THE DIGITAL ERA