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- Abstract:
- In a world where "selfies" are a necessity for any outing, tweeting is no longer just for the birds, and no personal details are safe from the most creative Facebook stalkers, it has become almost impossible to ignore the importance and influence of social networks. While social networks offer an invaluable resource, as they allow us to overcome the limits of geography and time to maintain relationships, they are also a very dangerous tool if used improperly. Although many may assume that these social networking profiles reflect the lifestyle, thoughts, and beliefs or their owners, experience using social networks shows this is not necessarily the case. In this paper I will argue, using a critical textual analysis and ethnographical observation, that using social networking in the way it is currently used by young adults (in which social networking profiles portray an unrealistic, censored version or their lives which often reads as a highlight reel) has resulted in unmerited shame that negatively influences relationships, identity, and self-esteem. Throughout the paper I will also propose that we change the way we portray ourselves on the internet and how we perceive others' social networking profiles in order to facilitate a more open and accepting environment in which we no longer feel the need to censor ourselves.
- Thesis:
- Thesis (Honors)--Barry University, 2015.
- Bibliography:
- Includes bibliographical references (leaves 48-49).
Record Information
- Source Institution:
- Barry University
- Holding Location:
- Barry University Archives and Special Collections
- Rights Management:
- Copyright Cheryl Frazier. Permission granted to Barry University to digitize, archive and distribute this item for non-profit research and educational purposes. Any reuse of this item in excess of fair use or other copyright exemptions requires permission of the copyright holder.
- Resource Identifier:
- HM742.F73 2015_FrazierCheryl ( BU-Local )
- Classification:
- HM742.F73 2015 ( lcc )
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