Social media and young people
2017
Book
Total copies: 1
Social media has revolutionised how most of us communicate; no one more so than teenagers and young adults, who spend on average 2-3 hours a day connected to social media sites. Online social networking provides young people with a range of positive opportunities to maintain social connections and share emotional support, learning and an almost infinite array of interests. However, social media use can also have negative impacts, such as excessive use, social isolation, loss of privacy, cyberbullying, anxiety and self-esteem pressures. This book examines the prevalence of social media use by young Australians, and explores its impacts on their wellbeing. The book also offers helpful tips on appropriate ways of using and staying safe on social media sites. How do young, developing digital natives get the balance right when so much of their lives is being lived online?
Main title:
Social media and young people / edited by Justin Healey.
Author:
Healey, Justin, editor
Imprint:
Thirroul, N.S.W. : The Spinney Press, 2017.©2017.
Collation:
60 pages : colour illustrations ; 30 cm.
Series title:
Notes:
Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:
9781925339307 (hardback)
Dewey class:
302.231
Language:
English
Subject:
Digital media -- Social aspects -- AustraliaTechnology and youth -- AustraliaInformation society -- Social aspects -- AustraliaInformation technology -- Social aspects -- AustraliaTechnological innovations -- Social aspects -- AustraliaInternet -- Social aspects -- AustraliaCommunication -- Social aspects
BRN:
493364