Social Media Influence - Debating Communities and Networks XV

Toxic Masculinity, or a New Wave of Anti-Feminism? The Role of Digital Platforms and Social Media in Spreading Ideas of Misogyny

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05/05/2024

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Tiaan

Thesis: The prominence of social media and digital platforms has given rise to online communities who are ushering in a new wave of anti-feminism. “Over time, we see progress.” This is a statement you could consider as universal fact; no matter the topic, we can assume that as time goes on, things change. In…
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Communities and Social Media, Online Networks and Social Change

#Communities, #feminism, #gymbros, #onlinecommunity, #Socialmedia, #toxicmasculinity, #X #twitter, #YouTube, influencers, Social Media Influence
How social media fitness influencers and their communities can be a beneficial tool in an individuals’ health journey

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22/04/2024

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kayleahross

Social media has become a ubiquitous part of our lives and society. It provides a platform for knowledge sharing, communication, and the creation of communities. Social media has long been stigmatised as having a negative impact on people’s mental health and body image, due to its association with sedentary behaviour and social comparison. This paper…
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Communities and Social Media

“#SMCN2024” #onlinenetworksandsocialchange #onlineconference, #BodyImage, #Communities, #fitness, #fitnesscommunities, #fitnessinfluencer, #fitnessjourney, #fitnessmotivation, #fitnessvideos, #fitspiration, #fitspirationposts, #healthandwellness, #healthjourney, #motivation, #OnlineCommunities, #OnlineInfluencers, #Socialmedia, #TikTok, #TikTokinfluencers, influencers, online communities, social media, Social Media Influence
Building Beauty Communities: The Power of TikTok for Celebrity Brands like Rhode Skin by Hailey Bieber

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22/04/2024

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Mikayla

Introduction In today’s digital world social media platforms like TikTok have become powerful tools for brands to connect with their audience in new and innovative ways. Within the beauty industry, celebrity brands such as Rhode Skin by Hailey Bieber have embraced TikTok as a platform to engage with consumers authentically and drive brand growth. By…
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Communities and Social Media

#Algorithms, #Communities, #identity, #OnlineCommunities, #OnlineInfluencers, #TikTok, Hailey Bieber, Rhode, Social Communities, social media, Social Media Influence
How Instagram can create productivity anxiety in Gen Z

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22/04/2024

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r.francis4@student.curtin.edu.au

Abstract The essay examines the correlation between Instagram and the feeling of anxiety caused by concerns about productivity, specifically among users belonging to Generation Z. It emphasizes the crucial role of Instagram as a forum for inspiration and comparison, resulting in increased levels of stress and self-doubt among young individuals. The essay explores the various…
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Communities and Social Media

“#SMCN2024” #onlinenetworksandsocialchange #onlineconference, #comparisonculture, #fearofmissingout, #FOMO, #GenZ, #GenZstruggles, #productivityanxiety, #productivityculture, #unrealisticstandards, Instagram, Social Media Influence
Social Growth in the Social Media Age: Influencers and Their Impact on Adolescents

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22/04/2024

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oohsam

Abstract In the contemporary era, as smartphones become increasingly affordable and accessible, a notable surge in social media usage among adolescents is observed. These platforms, strategically targeting this demographic, significantly influence their self-perception. Influencers, leveraging social media, now play an unprecedented role in shaping the self-image, behaviors, and role model selection among young teens. Introduction…
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Communities and Social Media

#BodyImage, #mentalhealth, #OnlineInfluencers, #TikTok, #YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, social media, Social Media Influence, Twitter
Social Media is the Driving Force to a Successful Business

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22/04/2024

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Tiajana

It is imperative that business owners in 2024 use Social Media as a platform to grow their business by utilizing marketing, and growth tools to boost overall product engagement. The likes of Facebook, Instagram, Tik Tok, WhatsApp and Twitter, have displayed indisputable positive impacts on brand growth since their introduction to society in the early…
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Online Networks and Social Change

“#SMCN2024” #onlinenetworksandsocialchange #onlineconference, #socialchange, #socialplatforms, business, businessdevelopment, businessgrowth, Social Media Influence, socialmediaandbusiness
You’ve Been Catfished!

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21/04/2024

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CharlotteRoberts_

ABSTRACT Online dating has revolutionised the way individuals initiate romantic relationships, with platforms like Tinder emerging as mainstream pathways for connecting with potential partners. However, the frequency of false identities and safety concerns within these platforms raises significant questions about their value and integrity. This paper investigates online dating, focusing on Tinder, to examine the…
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Identity and Online Advocacy

#advocacy, #Bumble, #Catfish, #Change, #Communities, #digitalcommunities, #Hinge, #identity, #mentalhealth, #OnlineCommunities, #onlinecommunity, #onlineconference, #OnlineInfluencers, #onlinenetworksandsocialchange, #romantaciselife #findingapartner, #Socialmedia, #Tinder, Generation Z, Networked Publics, online communities, Online Community, Social Media Influence
Tik Tok and the Eurocentric Beauty Standard it Adores: An Analysis of Eurocentrism and its Role in the Concept of Beauty

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21/04/2024

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jorgia.goinden

PDF version Abstract The internet’s impact on the way individuals view themselves has both positive and negative effects. On one hand, many have embraced their own personal perceptions of themselves and have chosen to share that positivity with the rest of the digital world. However, there are many instances where a person has felt diminished…
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Identity and Online Advocacy

#advocacy, #TikTok, Digital identity, identity and online advocacy, Representation, Social Media Influence
The rise of sports fan media – How YouTube and Twitter have helped change how fans experience sports

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21/04/2024

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Lewis Moss

Abstract: This paper will examine the evolution of sports media and analyse the monumental shift in the way that sports fans consume sports. We will discuss how mainstream media no longer dominates narrative and how social media platforms YouTube and Twitter have enabled fans to have more control of how they engage with their sport.…
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Communities and Social Media

#Socialmedia, #Sports, #Sportsfans, #YouTube, community, English Premier League, EPL, Football, Infuencers, Online Community, Social Media Influence, sports fans, Sports Media, Third Place, Twitter
Online vs Offline Personas: An exploration of content creators on live streaming platforms and how they attract an audience

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21/04/2024

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Lachlie

Written by Lachlan Doherty Abstract This piece of writing focuses on the digital personas that online creators and influencers may construct. This is especially seen through livestreaming platforms, where creators are crafting an exaggerated sense of self, to attract an audience for personal benefit. These heightened personas are usually in contrast to their offline personalities,…
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Identity and Online Advocacy

#OnlineInfluencers, #YouTube, contentcreators, digital persona, livestreaming, Social Media Influence, Twitch, Twitch Streaming
How social media overuse impacts Gen Z’s psychological wellbeing

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20/04/2024

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Faisal Al Zubaidi

How social media overuse impacts Gen Z’s psychological wellbeing Abstract Since social media’s 1997 debut, the way individuals communicate has greatly transformed. This does however have its own consequences. This conference paper explores the psychological effects of social media overuse, anxiety, body dysmorphia, and the dopamine driven algorithms designed to maximise individuals’ screen time.…
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Communities and Social Media

#BodyDissatisfaction, #BodyImage, #digitaldetox, #digitalwellbeing, #doomscrolling, #GenZ, #mentalhealth, #Socialmediaaddiction, #socialmediaoverload, Anxiety, Social Media Influence, Social Media Research, Social networking sites
Social Media And Cultural Diversity

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20/04/2024

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Haoyu Wang

Abstract This paper aims to discuss the role of social media platforms in the realization of cultural diversity. The purpose of this article is to explain to readers how social media promotes and promotes cultural diversity through the viewpoints of some authors, discuss the shortcomings and challenges of social media in the field of cultural…
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Online Networks and Social Change

#Change, #china, #Cultural appropriation, #Cultural diversity, #digital technology, #lifestyle, #onlinenetworks, #Renegade, #socialchange, #socialmedia #onlinecommunities #onlinenetworks #bodyimage #disorderedeating #diettrends, #Tik Tok tags, #TikTok, #YouTube, #Ziqi Li, Facebook, fashion, Instagram, social media, Social Media Influence
TikTok’s Impact on Generation Alpha’s Perception of Beauty Standards: Premature Maturity

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19/04/2024

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JJ Ku

Abstract This paper studies the impact of TikTok on the beauty standards possessed by Generation Alpha, focusing on the concept of ‘premature maturity’. Generation Alpha, born from 2010 onwards, is growing up in an era dominated by digital media, with TikTok being one of the most influential platforms shaping their perceptions of beauty. Through a…
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Online Networks and Social Change

#beautystandards, #BodyDissatisfaction, #BodyImage, #selfexpression, #selfrepresentation, #SMCN2024, #TikTok, Beauty Standards, Body Image, Generation Alpha, influencers, puberty, social media, Social Media Influence, Youth
Viral Communities: The Impact on Digital Communities and Societal Norms by Social Media Influencers

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19/04/2024

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Angus

Introduction In the age of social media, YouTube and live-streaming platforms have had an immense influence not just with video-sharing/live-streaming but also a significant impact as digital spaces on the internet where communities are built. Communities formed on social media, specifically those that have been carved out around popular influencers on platforms such as Twitch,…
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Communities and Social Media

#OnlineCommunities, #YouTube, Content Creation Ethics, Digital Communities, Digital Ethics, Influencer Behavior, Influencer Controversy, Influencer Impact, Japan, Media Ethics, Networked Publics, Online Behavior, Participatory Culture, Platform Responsibility, Social Media Influence, Social Media Research, Social Media Studies, Social Norms, Streamers, Twitch, Twitch Streaming, Viral Fame, YouTube Culture

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