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The online book community and its influence on the publishing industry
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Sammy
PDF Version Abstract This paper analyses the online book community through social media platforms TikTok and Instagram including how people are brought together and what determines a sense of belonging. We will also look at the influence of the online book community on the publishing industry – how sales, book design and promotion, have been…
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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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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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White feminism and its effects on social activism and fans of musicians
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beke.zela
Feminism is a political stance and movement that not only seeks equality and justice for women but attempts to enquire the importance of all living human beings, especially those who are marginalised having equal footing and presence in the discussions about them and what will come of the future (Moon & Holling, 2020). This seemingly…
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Eating Disorders (ED): Instagram`s drastic contribution to Identity construction and eating disorders among women
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Laura
Abstract The purpose of this paper is to conduct an in-depth analysis on the role that social media platform, particularly Instagram and how it continues to redefine the nature of people`s online identity and eating disorders among women. This conference paper will examine the degree to which Instagram, over the years, has evolved leading to…
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TikTok: Exploring the Impact of User Participation on Mental Health in the Digital Community
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Sapphire Stanic
The easily accessible internet and the World Wide Web has made it easy for individuals to connect and interact with each other online in ways that were not possible just ten years ago (Plant, 2004). These technological advancements have transformed the way in which people interact in today’s society, with technology playing a more significant…
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Leveraging Parasocial Connections: The Influencer Monetisation Strategy
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Hayley Fogarty
The rise of social communities online has introduced an entirely new form of digital marketing in the form of an online presence, also recognised as influencers. Influencers are people who share information about their lives to the public, and they grow a community of followers from their posts, (Wiseman, 2022). The most common social media…
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Thriving communities through the help of social media.
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20801979
ABSTRACT There is no doubt that more members of the public, specifically Gen Z’s, are engaging in social groups, clubs and communities within Australia. This has not only sparked the introduction of new social clubs and has enhanced previously established social community’s and groups, but has created a sense of belonging amongst many individuals.…
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Social Media’s Impact on Collaborative Learning Communities: Unveiling the Potential and Challenges”
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Nemat Almonjed
“Social Media’s Impact on Collaborative Learning Communities: Unveiling the Potential and Challenges” Abstract: Social media platforms have gained significant popularity in recent times, capturing the interest of many users, beneficiaries, and academics who want to grasp the various purposes, advantages, and drawbacks associated with its use. There has been a huge growth in…
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Social media: A reliable source of health and nutrition documentation or not?
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Romain
Abstract The use of social media to distribute health and nutrition information is getting normalized, however, there are obstacles in terms of information dependability and user participation. While social media may give simple access to a wealth of health-related information and ideas, its use depends on user participation. Registered dietitians and nutritionists, for example, can…
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How the Asian diaspora uses TikTok as a space to build community and celebrate culture.
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Ananya
Abstract This paper explores how the social media app TikTok is used as a supportive space by the Asian diaspora to connect with their home country and represent their culture elsewhere. By focusing on different creators and content on TikTok, this paper demonstrates how Asian diasporic individuals are utilising social media to establish and maintain…
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Swifttok: A community of creative collaboration
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Holly.C
Swifttok: A community of creative collaboration Abstract TikTok has become a forum for shared experiences, creativity and knowledge that can bring people from all over the world together, to share common interests. Taylor Swift fans are arguably one of the biggest fandoms in the world right now, and with the help of TikTok, they…
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The Educational Revolution
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Ved
Abstract: YouTube has changed the way how we learn, and it offers a lot more than just watching videos. This paper looks at how it has become an important place for learning, challenging how we used to think about education. By looking at how easy it is to find information, how people can work together,…
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How social media fitness influencers and their communities can be a beneficial tool in an individuals’ health journey
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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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Representation on Social Media: The Opportunities and Challenges to the Disabled Community
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Shreen
Abstract This conference paper explores the representation on social media, focusing specifically on the disabled community. Through a case study analysis, we examine specific examples of how social media platforms have facilitated community building, advocacy, representation, and access to resources for individuals with disabilities. Drawing on empirical research and real-world examples, this paper highlights…
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Exploring the Role of Social Media in Promoting Unhealthy Diets and Contributing to Obesity: Implications for Public Health
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C.Stow
Downloadable PDF: A1 Conference Paper Thesis Statement: Social media platforms exert a significant influence on promoting unhealthy diets and contributing to the obesity epidemic, shaping consumer behaviors and habits surrounding food choices. This paper aims to explore the relationship between social media, dietary habits, and obesity rates, and provide insights into strategies for addressing…
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The Rise of Booktok – How mutual bonding over books and reading has established a thriving online community
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Shani.Wilbers
Communities around books and reading have existed online across multiple online social media platforms. BookTube – a YouTube sub-community – and Bookstagram – a hashtag community on Instagram – emerged online in 2010 and has seen immense growth (Martens et al., 2022). During the COVID-19 pandemic, the popular social media platform (TikTok) fostered the creation…
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Discover the Third Space to Vent About Your Love Life – TikTok.
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monikawalter
Abstract In recent years, social media has become increasingly popular and widely used. People use it to share their knowledge, stories, skills, and to create trends and other content that many users have in common. One such app that has gained popularity is TikTok, which offers a platform for users to share their experiences. With…
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Making a Difference- Can TikTok Influencers create more change than Accredited Experts?
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chloestein
Abstract This essay explores TikTok’s role in driving social change through influencers, comparing their effectiveness to accredited experts. TikTok’s rise has promoted activism, empowering millions to engage in global issues. Influencers, with their authenticity and reliability, create significant impact and surpass traditional experts in audience reach and engagement. From women’s rights to #BlackLivesMatter, TikTok campaigns…
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The Power of BookTok and BookTube in Cultivating Community
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Audrey Singleton-Howe
Introduction: YouTube and TikTok have emerged as two prominent social media platforms, reshaping how people interact and share content online. Within YouTube and TikTok, distinct digital communities have formed, known as BookTube and BookTok. As the name suggests, these communities are dedicated to books, cultivating a space where readers can connect, share recommendations, and engage…
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Why a platform known for Nazis appeals to fandoms: the uncomfortable link between hate and community building on Discord.
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annahope
Photo by ELLA DON on Unsplash With its foundations firmly linked with the online gaming community, Discord is nonetheless emerging as a powerful platform for community building, education, and social connection. With an array of platform affordances that grant users unique ways to connect with one another and express their identities, alongside inclusions that…
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Social media platforms have emerged as powerful tools for raising awareness about political issues on a global level
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20543556@student.curtin.edu.au
Abstract Introducing new technologies has created platforms for people to develop a voice for their opinions and beliefs. Platforms have developed a tool in which individuals have the power of freedom of speech or, in other words, a point of view that they can share on their own with anyone at any time. This conference…
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From Double Taps to Runway Walks: Uncover Instagram and TikTok’s Fashion Influence
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Magdalena Stefanoska
Not too long ago the fashion consumer behavior was mostly shaped and influenced by the traditional media outlets such as fashion magazines, face to face interactions between individuals or even influencers. As time went by the impact and effect of social media platforms such as TikTok and Instagram on the fashion consumption had a drastic…
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Social media is sabotaging internet democracy by giving a voice to ignorance and bigotry
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Joel
“Democracy and ignorance mesh together like Mentos and Coca-cola…” (Credits: Shay Horse/Getty Images) Abstract: The internet had always been a paradox between freedom of speech, expression and tolerance pitted against bigotry and misinformation. With the widespread use of social media, this paradox is brought to its peak, a curious (yet unsurprising) phenomenon analyzed through…
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The Fashion Community Doesn’t Gatekeep: how to keep up with the latest trends, participate in TikToks and create a sense of belonging
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Morgan Johns
Abstract With the rise of increased technology and social media, people are challenged to change and adopt the idea of community and maintaining a sense of belonging. This article seeks out to explore the nature of what traditionally formed a community and how over time, has evolved into a modernised community online in relation…
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The Reality of the K-Pop Stan Community: Understanding the Discord Between Fans
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rrthywav
The Reality of the K-Pop Stan Community: Understanding the Discord Between Fans – Rithy Thach Abstract: The purpose of this paper is to analyse the nature of the K-pop industry its fan communities on X/Twitter, and how these fandoms that come together in hopes of celebrating K-pop idols together can turn into a competition between…
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The rise of the Formula 1 Community made a positive impact on Twitter. However, it also caused pervasive awareness, leading to toxic fans.
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Mishma Noyan
THESIS: The rise in Formula 1 popularity has led to a growing issue of toxic fan culture on social media platforms like Twitter. It can lead to misinformation spreading, pressure on official accounts, pervasive awareness in the F1 community, and unhealthy obsessions with drivers and teams. Keywords: Formula 1, “#f1twt,” toxic fan culture, social media,…
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You’ve Been Catfished!
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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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Does social media play a role in making K-Pop stans develop unhealthy relationships and obsessions?
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Zulhairi A
Abstract This paper examines the K-Pop fandom and how being a K-Pop stan can lead to psychological changes and affect mental health. It will also cover the financial risks that come with being part of the fandom. By interacting with social medias such as Instagram, Tik Tok, and V-Live, people are constantly exposed to their…
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The Impact of Tiktok Algorithm on the Fashion Industry.
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niracaro
file:///Users/niracaro/Desktop/COnference%20paper%20on%20the%20blog%20.pdf Abstract The impact of TikTok’s algorithm on the fashion industry is significant, with brands like Louis Vuitton and Ralph Lauren leveraging creativity and social responsibility to boost visibility and engage consumers. Elements like brand identity, creativity, influencer collaborations, and visual appeal are driving consumer engagement and influencing purchasing decisions on TikTok. Brands are…
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The Evolution of TikTok: The Growing Popularity for the use of TikTok and its Effects on How We Receive Information.
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Kai Yang
Abstract This report investigates the influence of the popular social media platform TikTok on how we receive our news. With the rapid growth of TikTok and its algorithm-driven content delivery, this report highlights the shift from traditional news media to social media content. It discusses the challenges posed by the spread of fake news and…
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The rise of sports fan media – How YouTube and Twitter have helped change how fans experience sports
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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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TikTok’s Influence on Body Image and Self-Perception in the Digital Age
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leona.barnes
ABSTRACT Since 2019, the online content sharing app TikTok has continued to grow astronomically with users who both create and observe content in the form of videos and photos. The topic of this paper is to address how content with seemingly positive intentions often lead people into spirals of body related issues including body dysmorphia,…
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Harnessing Social Media for Crisis Management: Opportunities and Challenges
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Jarryds
In the realm of modern communication, social media stands as a pivotal force reshaping how we interact, share, and respond to information within our community. Big social media platforms such as Facebook X/Twitter initially created as platforms for personal connections are dynamically incorporating its purpose to evolve as a powerful tool that connects both personal…
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IMPACT OF SOCIAL MEDIA ON OUR REAL-LIFE SOCIAL SKILLS
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AmnaB
Introduction As the modern world becomes more intense and more individuals adopt digital technologies, we are compelled to reevaluate whether or not social media platforms enable more humane forms of communication. The introduction of social media has undoubtedly had a profound e;ect on how we interact with one another, o;ering incomparable opportunities for instantaneous communication…
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The spread of misinformation on TikTok during the Covid-19 Pandemic: Exploring it’s impact on public response.
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Charlize Rebelo
PDF – The spread of misinformation on TikTok during the Covid-19 Pandemic- Exploring it’s impact on public response. Abstract: TikTok, a very popular platform for sharing content, has developed into a breeding ground for the spread of misinformation on Covid-19. Misinformation on TikTok has severely impacted actions taken by society to deal with and combat…
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Exploring Twitch: A Platform for Community and Connection
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veronika
Abstract Twitch, a live-streaming social platform, has emerged as a powerful place for building communities and supporting professional careers. Though toxicity and harassment are evident on the platform, moderation on Twitch is continuously improving and growing through community building. We will explore the positive impacts of Twitch, focusing on its role in creating digital communities…
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Autism: Online Communities, Social Support and Subverting Historical Stigma
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madelinesummers
pdf paper Abstract Autism Spectrum Disorder is a neurodevelopmental disorder, characterised by social difficulties, repeated motor movements and perceived ‘strange’ behaviour by neurotypicals. It has historically been stigmatised, leading to a wide societal misunderstanding of it. Communities have utilised online spaces to cultivate groups on the topic that have continually advocated for societal understanding.…
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SNSs like TikTok and the Encouragement of Cancel Culture Raising Awareness for Child Abuse through Child Advocacy.
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Yali Harris
Content Warning: Child Abuse Abstract This essay discusses how social network sites (SNSs) have become a platform for addressing and discussing social issues. TikTok in particular has become the main platform for this, attributed to cancel culture. Cancel culture refers to the act of withdrawing support from a public figure due to their social unacceptable…
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THE RISE OF DIGITAL COMMUNITIES: NURTURING AUTHENTIC CONNECTIONS IN THE SOCIAL MEDIA ERA
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20668255
Abstract: In the modern digital age, social media platforms has been a prevalent avenue for individuals to build strong and authentic connections. This paper explores into how community building is easily created with the utilisation of social media platforms and their technological advanced features, nurturing real connections that transcends geographical borders. Through platforms like Facebook,…
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How Social Media Platforms act as a ‘Third Place’ for Harry Styles fans✨
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sophschneider_
aBSTRACT Like Harry Styles ‘ fans, Instagram and TikTok have emerged as crucial platforms for creating online communities with similar interests. This paper investigates how these social media platforms foster connections, allow for creativity, and show mutual respect between fans. The study looks at the unique aspects of these platforms, such as hashtags and interactive…
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How has TikTok changed the way people participate and engage in spreading awareness on Racial Issues?
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Em
Abstract: Like other social media platforms, TikTok is a third place allowing individuals to freely speak on their beliefs and ideologies, this has transformed the way people advocate and voice beliefs on particular racial issues such as Black Lives Matter and Stop Asian Hate. Awareness of racial issues is encouraged by the network public within…
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How TikTok is changing women’s beauty standards and the role it has on body dysmorphia
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fairuz.kazi
Abstract This study investigates how TikTok has changed women’s perceptions of beauty and how it exacerbates body dysmorphia. As a social media platform that is expanding quickly, TikTok has become an important force in defining cultural norms, especially when it comes to standards of beauty. This study examines how TikTok promotes comparison in culture among…
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Taylor Swift’s Online influence and advocacy for LGBTQIA+ and voters registration
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Ava_Bux
Bux_20594075_Essay It is no secret that Taylor Swift is one of the most popular music artists of all time, as evidenced by her topping the International Federation of the Phonographic Industry ranking for the last 4 years(Mclntyre, 2024). In addition, she was recently named TIME Magazine’s person of the year in 2023. This offline popularity…
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Facebook Group as Digital Bridge: Building an Online Community for the Social Development of Indonesian and Australian Intercultural Marriage
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Desi Marliani
Facebook Group as Digital Bridge: Building an Online Community for the Social Development of Indonesian and Australian Intercultural Marriage By: Marliani, D Curtin University School of Media, Creative Arts and Social Enquiries Perth, Western Australia Thesis: Although this Facebook group primarily assists the Indonesian community in Australia in adjusting their lifestyle, English barrier, culture…
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Online communities play a pivotal role in mitigating the psychological distress for people on a disease journey
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SarahW
PDF download: Online communities play a pivotal role in mitigating the psychological distress for people on a disease journey – Sarah WILEY Abstract: In recent decades, the significance of social media and online communities has soared, becoming integral to our daily existence. This conference paper argues that these online communities are essential resources for alleviating…
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Advocating Social Justice for the African American Community
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ethorntone
Throughout this conference paper, there is an extreme focus on how media platforms and social networks have integrated to bring justice to the African American community. In 2021, the African American community were ‘the second largest minority population in the United States’ (Census Bureau, 2024). Regardless of the high population count, this community have been…
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Social Media in Politics – Dangers, Benefits and Changes Over Time
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Douglas Baker
Abstract: This paper discusses the increasing involvement of social media in the political process and the changes over time. Social media is often sighted as a source of misinformation and potential manipulation. Research in the area has had to adapt and change to determine the best way to analyse the modern environment, and has highlighted…
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Building Learning Communities: Social Media’s Influence & Impact on Education Through Video Sharing Platforms
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Reuben Cunningham
Thesis Statement The consistent use of social media, specifically video sharing platforms, is influencing educational communities and has the potential to have even more influence in the future.AbstractThrough this conference paper, the main idea is to point out the effect and role of social media, such as video sharing platforms, in the educational environment. It…
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The Hidden Effects of Social Media: Adolescent Girls and the Battle with Body Dissatisfaction
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Kristal.Lane
Abstract Accessibility to digital communities through the use of social media platforms has increasingly exposed impressionable adolescent girls to potentially physically and mentally harming user-generated content. Positioned as all-encompassing, social media allows individuals, creators, and businesses to communicate, create online communities, exchange ideas, and share user-generated content across multiple platforms. While social media has both…
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How TikTok excludes and marginalises non-white femininity in viral fashion core communties
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Vshepher
How TikTok excludes and marginalises non-white femininity in fashion “core” communties Abstract Digital third spaces such as TikTok emphasise Eurocentric beauty traits through fashion-related “cores”, which suggests an environment that values certain aesthetics over others. This may result in the underrepresentation of non-Eurocentric identities and aesthetics, forcing users to modify their expressions to adhere to…











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