The purpose of this study was to answer the following question: How do young adults who are avid social networking site (SNS) users build and maintain interpersonal relationships? I became curious about young adults’ perceptions of the ways in which social networking sites play a role in their ability to build and maintain interpersonal relationships.
As young adults continue to increase the amount of time they spend on social media websites, it is important to explore their types of involvement in social media and their ability to create meaningful online or offline relationships. A national poll conducted by the Common Sense Media found that young adults log on to their favorite social media sites more than ten times per day. This gives evidence that a large part of social and emotional development is occurring on the Internet.
This study offers a deeper understanding of the experiences of young adults’ SNS usage and their ability to initiate and maintain interpersonal relationships. As young adults continue to increase the amount of time spent on SNS they are affected either positively or negatively, which may have some effect on their ability to create meaningful relationships.
Table of Contents
- CHAPTER
- I INTRODUCTION.
- II LITERATURE REVIEW.
- III METHODOLOGY.
- IV FINDINGS
- V DISCUSSION...
- REFERENCES
- APPENDICES
- Appendix A: Flyer......
- Appendix B: Study Research Information Sheet..
- Appendix C: Informed Consent.
- Appendix D: Demographic Information Sheet
- Appendix E: Interview Questions..
- Appendix F: Approval Letter from the Smith College Human Subjects Review Committee
Objectives and Key Themes
This study investigates the relationship between social networking site (SNS) usage and interpersonal connections among young adults. The research explores how SNS platforms like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and Tinder influence both online and offline relationships.
- The impact of SNS on building and maintaining relationships.
- The role of SNS in connecting long-distance friends and family.
- The influence of SNS on offline social interactions and engagement.
- The potential negative consequences of SNS use on relationships, such as trust issues, embarrassment, and exclusion.
- Gender differences in SNS usage and its impact on relationships.
Chapter Summaries
This section will provide summaries of the key themes and arguments presented in each chapter of the study, excluding the conclusion and final chapter.
- Chapter I: Introduction. This chapter will introduce the research topic and provide background information on the use of social networking sites among young adults. It will also discuss the study's objectives and research questions.
- Chapter II: Literature Review. This chapter will delve into existing research on the impact of social media on interpersonal relationships, exploring various perspectives and findings related to the topic.
- Chapter III: Methodology. This chapter will outline the research design, participant selection, data collection methods, and data analysis techniques employed in the study.
- Chapter IV: Findings. This chapter will present the results of the study, highlighting key findings and patterns observed in the data analysis.
Keywords
This study focuses on the influence of social networking sites (SNS) on the interpersonal relationships of young adults. Key concepts explored include online and offline relationships, SNS usage patterns, social media impact, trust, embarrassment, exclusion, and gender differences in SNS use.
- Quote paper
- Josselyn Sheer (Author), 2014, Young Adults’ Online and Offline Interpersonal Relationships, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/370420
