Young Adults’ Online and Offline Interpersonal 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.