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Nov 30, 2025

The psychology behind toxic streamer subcultures #psychology #internet

Psyche and a guest discuss the toxic dynamics within streamer subcultures, particularly IP2 and associated communities, examining how communities can develop harmful behaviors and attract problematic participants.

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psychologyPsychology is the study of human behavior, cognition, and emotional processes, encompassing trauma, perception, sensitivity, and the mechanisms underlying consciousness and survival.internet cultureInternet culture encompasses the behaviors, memes, norms, and social dynamics that emerge within online communities, particularly in livestreaming and digital spaces.community dynamicsCommunity dynamics in the Psycheverse refers to the interpersonal relationships, hierarchies, and conflicts that develop among Psyche's regular audience members, panelists, and recurring figures within the streaming community. These dynamics shape content, create ongoing narrative threads, and generate discussion about loyalty, behavioral norms, and social power.racismRacism is the systemic and interpersonal belief in or practice of discrimination based on perceived racial or ethnic differences, often rooted in the false assumption of racial hierarchy.streamer subcultures

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