Hyperpersonal
Hyperpersonal refers to a phenomenon where online communication and interactions become so personalized and intimate that they feel more real or intense than face-to-face relationships. This concept, popularized by Sherry Turkle in her book "Alone Together," describes how individuals can craft highly curated digital personas and engage in selective self-disclosure, leading to a sense of deep connection with others, even if those connections are primarily mediated by technology.
The hyperpersonal model suggests that individuals engaging in online communication can control their self-presentation more effectively
This phenomenon is not necessarily about deception but rather about the unique affordances of digital environments