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Social Media, Relationships, and Young Adults
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Social Media, Relationships, and Young Adults

Emma Shields-Nordness
Master of Social Work (MSW), University of St. Thomas, Minnesota
2015

Abstract

social media relationships young adults Clinical and Medical Social Work Social Work

The purpose of this project was to explore how young adults are experiencing relationships when using social media. Using a qualitative design young adults between the ages of 18-24 were asked questions about their experience with social media. The participants reflected on their experiences and reported back. The researcher analyzed the data by looking for themes within the participant's answers. The findings indicated that young adults between the ages of 18-24 prefer to use texting or social media as their main means of communication. The participants also eluded to the feeling of isolation that can happen when depending on these forms of communication. The findings of this study demonstrate the need for future research within the area of technology and young adults.

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