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The Effects of Social Networking Sites on Child and Adolescent Psychology: Theory, Research, and Interventions
Deepak Kumar Behera (Gangadhar Meher University, India) and Rajendra Gartia (Gangadhar Meher University, India)
Copyright: © 2024
|Pages: 15
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-6684-9983-2.ch025
Abstract
Social networking sites (SNSs) have become increasingly prevalent in the lives of children and adolescents in recent years. As a result, there is a growing concern about the potential effects of SNSs on their psychological well-being. This book chapter provides a comprehensive review of the literature on the effects of SNSs on child and adolescent psychology, including theoretical perspectives, empirical research, and interventions. The chapter first reviews the major theoretical frameworks that have been used to explain the effects of SNSs on child and adolescent psychology, including social comparison theory, self-esteem theory, and social identity theory. It then summarizes the empirical research on the effects of SNSs on various aspects of child and adolescent psychology, including self-esteem, body image, social skills, academic performance, and mental health. The chapter also provides an overview of the interventions developed to mitigate the potential negative effects of SNSs on child and adolescent psychology.