scholarly journals The Effect of Loneliness on Social Networking Sites Use and Its Related Behaviors

2015 ◽  
Vol 8 (8) ◽  
pp. 162 ◽  
Author(s):  
Samira Ranaeiy ◽  
Mohammad Reza Taghavi ◽  
Mohammad Ali Goodarzi
Keyword(s):  
Social Behavior ◽  
Social Networking ◽  
Social Networking Sites ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Real Life ◽  
Daily Functioning ◽  
Social Aspect ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Research Findings ◽  
The Subject

<p><strong>INTRODUCTION: </strong>The current research was conducted to examine the effect of “Loneliness”, on time spent in Social Networking Sites (S.N.S), main reasons for S.N.S use, and its related behaviors.</p><p><strong>MATERIALS &amp; METHODS: </strong>156 students of Shiraz University voluntarily participated in this research. Loneliness was assessed usingthe UCLA Loneliness scale. 25% of highest scoring students reported that they were lonely whereas 25% of the lowest scoring students were considered to be non-lonely. The positive and negative reasons of using S.N.S were assessed based on Reasons for Internet Use Scale, and internet behaviors were assessed based on Scale of Internet Behaviors.</p><p><strong>RESULTS: </strong>There was no difference in time spent in S.N.S as well as the positive and negative reasons of using S.N.S (contrary to literature), but internet behaviors showed a significant difference between “lonely” and “non-lonely” individuals. “Lonely” and “non-lonely” individuals showed a significant difference in “social aspect” of S.N.S behaviors. There was also a significant difference between “Lonely” and “non-Lonely” individuals in “Negative impact” of S.N.S behaviors. Yet, there seemed to be no difference in “competency and convenience aspect” of S.N.S behaviors.</p><p><strong>CONCLUSIONS: </strong>This study suggested that there is no difference between lonely and non-lonely individuals in reasons for using S.N.S and time spent in S.N.S. This finding stands contrary to previous research findings and general literature on the subject In other words, what drives people to S.N.S at the first place shows no significant difference between lonely and non-lonely individuals while after attending S.N.S, social behavior of lonely individuals shows a significant difference which is consistently enhanced online. Lonely people also significantly develop internet-related problems in their daily functioning, including interference with real life socializing.</p>

scholarly journals Prostytucja i cyberprostytucja jako zagrożenie dla młodych ludzi – raport z badań

2020 ◽  
pp. 307-323
Author(s):  
Marek Górka
Keyword(s):  
Social Networking ◽  
Virtual Worlds ◽  
Emotional Development ◽  
Social Networking Sites ◽  
Information Technologies ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Human Life ◽  
Sex Industry ◽  
New Information ◽  
The Subject

The subject of cyberprostitution reflectsthe growing number of socio-political problems stemming from the dynamic development of cybertechonology and its expansion into every area of human life. In the age of cyberrevolution, there is an increase in the number of pornographic social networking sites. The sex industry quickly adopted all new information technologies to increase young people’s access to pornography. As a result of the link between the internet and the sex industry, the border be-tween the current phenomenon of prostitution and its form in cyberspace has blurred. This article, based on the study, discusses the main motivational factors that contribute to the growth of prostitution. The differences between prostitution in the real and virtual worlds are also indicated. The purpose of the study is moreover to show some disturbing phenomena that may have a negative impact – not only on the emotional development of man – but also on shaping future civil society.

Program-Target Budgeting as a Tool for Investment Stimulation of Business

2018 ◽  
Vol 11 (3) ◽  
pp. 77-82 ◽  
Author(s):  
A. I. Masterov
Keyword(s):  
Current Practice ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Key Factors ◽  
Economic Sectors ◽  
State Budget ◽  
Research Findings ◽  
The Subject ◽  
Program Budgeting ◽  
Large Investment ◽  
Stimulation Of

The paper discusses the use of the program-targeted budgeting methodology in the investment stimulation of business in the most problem sectors of the economy. The subject of the study is the dynamics of business activity in key economic sectors adversely affected by factors of the economic and geopolitical nature. The purposes of the study were to identify the key factors that have a negative impact on economic growth and seek options for investment stimulation of business activities in the most problem sectors of the economy using state budget funds. It is concluded that the current practice of budget investment is associated with significant risks and poor justification of investment decisions. Therefore, the American practice of the program budgeting in the implementation of large investment infrastructure projects using budget funds seems to be advantageous. Based on the research findings, methods for increasing the effectiveness of program-target budgeting tools under the Russian conditions are proposed.

scholarly journals The use of social networking sites and their relation to the behavior of the university student: استخدام مواقع التواصل الاجتماعي وعلاقتها بالسلوك الانحرافي لدى الطالب الجامعي

2017 ◽  
Vol 1 (5) ◽  
Author(s):  
Djeboub Walid
Keyword(s):  
Adverse Effects ◽  
Social Networking ◽  
Social Networking Sites ◽  
Deviant Behavior ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
The University ◽  
The Impact ◽  
University Community

This study aimed to show the extent of teenagers who represent students Tèbessa University contents of violence and crime that is seen or published or traded them through the media and communication affected, especially through social networking sites and networks, such as Facebook and stringing YouTube and Skype, etc., which may contribute to the formation and strengthening of behaviors negative in these through the following problem: Do you contribute to social networking sites through the implications of violence and crime in a negative impact on the behaviors of the students within the university community ?, also deliberately researcher to sample the estimated inventory of 50 students schooled at the Faculty of Economics and Commercial Sciences and Management Sciences of each section by an estimated 10% of the study population as a whole's (2000) the adoption of simple random sampling technique, the results have also been addressing the adoption system (SPSS) , Which resulted in the results: the presence of a statistically significant correlation between the students' use of social networking sites and the spread of deviant behavior within the university community?, And no statistically significant differences in the adverse effects of the use of social networking sites on the behavior of students depending on the sex variable, the largest of any female average for the benefit of, No statistically significant differences in the adverse effects of the use of social networking sites on the behavior of students depending on the variable physical level ?,No statistically significant differences in the adverse effects of the use of social networking sites on the behavior of the students due to the level of scientific student ?,The study also called attention to the recent media study the impact of the implications of violence and crime across social networking on the behavior of young people and adolescents sites, spreading awareness programs to help solve the problems of this phenomenon.

Flipping the Script

2018 ◽  
pp. 135-147 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jessica Lynn Campbell
Keyword(s):  
Social Networking ◽  
Social Networking Sites ◽  
Real Life ◽  
Dietary Change ◽  
Social Changes ◽  
Human Diet ◽  
Script Theory ◽  
Eating Meat ◽  
Usa Today

This chapter proposes to “Flip the Script” of the prescribed diet in USA today that primarily revolves around eating meat. The consumerization of the consumption of meat is pervasive in this country, and individuals are culturally constructed to believe animal proteins are essential to the human diet. Using script theory, this chapter examines social networking sites (SNSs) as channels for implementing a mass dietary change in today's society, that which excludes meat. Script theory determines that individuals use instrumental knowledge of how to understand, react, and respond to situations that are repeatedly encountered. Being ideal spaces for initiating social changes, SNSs replicate real-life situations and are platforms, whereby messages can be shared, promoted, and exchanged in a global networked public.

Impact of Social Networking on College Students

2013 ◽  
pp. 263-275
Author(s):  
Rajalakshmi Kanagavel ◽  
Chandrasekharan Velayutham
Keyword(s):  
College Students ◽  
Social Networking ◽  
Cultural Differences ◽  
Social Networking Sites ◽  
Real Life ◽  
College Going ◽  
Survey Technique ◽  
Virtual Interaction ◽  
Indian Students ◽  
Youth Perspective

In today’s world where Internet has experienced tremendous growth, social networking sites have become highly significant in peoples’ lives. This comparative study between India and the Netherlands will concentrate on youngsters more precisely college going students in Chennai and Maastricht. The research explores how college students create identity for themselves in the virtual world and how they relate to others online. It will analyze the cultural differences from the youth perspective in both the countries and discuss whether social networking sites isolate youngsters from the society or help them to build relationships; the participation in these sites is also explored. Survey technique, interview, and online observation were the research methods used. Findings show that Indian students spend more time in these sites than Dutch students and Dutch students participate more actively than Indian students. It was also found that virtual interaction taking place in these sites is just a supplement to real life interaction.

The Impact of Social Networking Websites on the Education of Youth

2011 ◽  
pp. 1880-1892
Author(s):  
Sunitha Kuppuswamy ◽  
P. B. Shankar Narayan
Keyword(s):  
Young People ◽  
Social Networking ◽  
Social Networking Sites ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Daily Life ◽  
Social Networking Websites ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Pedagogical Principles

Social networking websites like Orkut, Facebook, Myspace and Youtube are becoming more and more popular and has become part of daily life for an increasing number of people. Because of their features, young people are attracted to social networking sites. In this paper, the authors explore the impact of social networking sites on the education of youth. The study argues that these social networking websites distract students from their studies, but these websites can be useful for education based on sound pedagogical principles and proper supervision by the teachers. Moreover, the research concludes that social networking websites have both positive as well as negative impact on the education of youth, depending on one’s interest to use it in a positive manner for his or her education and vice versa.

Impact of Social Networking on College Students

2010 ◽  
Vol 2 (3) ◽  
pp. 55-67 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rajalakshmi Kanagavel ◽  
Chandrasekharan Velayutham
Keyword(s):  
College Students ◽  
Social Networking ◽  
Social Networking Sites ◽  
Virtual World ◽  
Real Life ◽  
College Going ◽  
Survey Technique ◽  
Virtual Interaction ◽  
Indian Students ◽  
Youth Perspective

In today’s world where Internet has experienced tremendous growth, social networking sites have become highly significant in peoples’ lives. This comparative study between India and the Netherlands will concentrate on youngsters more precisely college going students in Chennai and Maastricht. The research explores how college students create identity for themselves in the virtual world and how they relate to others online. It will analyze the cultural differences from the youth perspective in both the countries and discuss whether social networking sites isolate youngsters from the society or help them to build relationships; the participation in these sites is also explored. Survey technique, interview, and online observation were the research methods used. Findings show that Indian students spend more time in these sites than Dutch students and Dutch students participate more actively than Indian students. It was also found that virtual interaction taking place in these sites is just a supplement to real life interaction.

scholarly journals Pathological Traits Associated to Facebook and Twitter among French Users

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 (7) ◽  
pp. 2242 ◽  
Author(s):  
Élodie Verseillié ◽  
Stéphanie Laconi ◽  
Henri Chabrol
Keyword(s):  
Social Networking ◽  
Personality Traits ◽  
Social Networking Sites ◽  
Anxiety Symptoms ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Problematic Use ◽  
Internet Users ◽  
The Subject ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Pathological Personality Traits

Background: With a growing number of users, social networking sites have been the subject of numerous recent studies, but little investigation has been given to their problematic use. Objectives: Our main objective was to study the relationship between psychopathological variables (i.e., personality traits, depressive and anxiety symptoms, and stress) and problematic Facebook and Twitter use. Participants and method: A sample of 1068 Internet users (Mage = 26.64; SD = 9.5) has been recruited online. Participants completed scales exploring problematic Facebook and Twitter use, and psychopathological variables. Results: Problematic Facebook and Twitter use were predicted by different pathological personality traits, regrouped in clusters in our study. Depressive and anxiety symptoms were also predictive of problematic Facebook and Twitter use but only stress explained problematic Facebook use. Gender differences have been observed. Discussion: This study highlights the relationship between depression, anxiety, stress, pathological personality traits, and problematic Facebook and Twitter use. Significant differences have been retrieved between these two uses and their relationship to psychopathology. Future research should also explore the causal relationship between social networking sites use and psychopathology and consider gender.

scholarly journals PENGARUH INTERNET TERHADAP PENURUNAN MINAT BELAJAR MAHASISWA

2017 ◽  
Vol 7 (2) ◽  
pp. 293
Author(s):  
Miskahuddin Miskahuddin
Keyword(s):  
Social Networking ◽  
Social Networking Sites ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Codes Of Ethics ◽  
Learning Motivation ◽  
Internet Technology ◽  
Quality Of Education ◽  
The Internet ◽  
The World

The Internet is one result of the sophistication and advancement of science and man-made technology. Various conveniences offered, one of which is social media. But unfortunately, this sophistication has an impact on the quality of education. The worst impact in the world of education that may result from social networking sites is beginning to decrease interest in student learning. This is probably because the student's learning motivation also becomes reduced because of the importance of social networking rather than the learning achievement. To minimize the negative impact, as users we must be more intelligent. Internet savvy is how an internet user can manage and utilize internet technology wisely tailored to the needs and not violate ethical and internet codes of ethics.

scholarly journals Portale społecznościowe w doświadczeniach ośmiolatków

2018 ◽  
Vol 41 (2) ◽  
pp. 100-107
Author(s):  
Małgorzata Dankowska-Kosman ◽  
Iwona Staszkiewicz-Grabarczyk
Keyword(s):  
Social Media ◽  
Social Networking ◽  
Social Networking Sites ◽  
Primary Schools ◽  
Online Resources ◽  
The Internet ◽  
Self Presentation ◽  
The World ◽  
The Subject ◽  
Near Future

The subject of considerations are social media in the experience of children aged 8. The methodology selected was the method of focus groups. Focus participants were recruited from forty thirdgrade students from two selected primary schools. The results of the research presented in the text indicate a great interest on the part of the youngest generation in social networking sites. At the same time, they signal that children, despite the systematic use of these portals, are aware of the dangers resulting from applying these tools. Keeping watch of the education of their children, parents very often do not permit their offspring to use online resources unconsciously. Students recognize the risk of making inappropriate acquaintances, the consequences of self-presentation on the Internet, while being curious about the world of young citizens who will join active recipients of social networking sites in the near future.

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