Self-Comparison: The Self in Digital World

Moningka, Clara (2017) Self-Comparison: The Self in Digital World. IGI Global.

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Abstract

In this chapter, the author is interested in studying more about self-comparison through social media; especially in Jakarta, Indonesia. In Indonesia, social media are commonly used and widely used by various groups. As many as 93% of Internet users in Indonesia are accessing Facebook. Jakarta is even referred as the capital of a text-based social media. The use of social media can be influenced by the collective culture in Indonesia. In this case social media is not just a tool but also the social environment, in which social interaction occurs. This is also influences how individuals view themselves. The topic of the psychological effects of social media has been much discussed. A lot of research conducted on the effect of social on development of self-concept and including self-esteem. Social media becoming a place for comparing oneself to others and it turn out it has a great effect.

Item Type:	Buku
Subjects:	T Technology > T Technology (General)
Divisions:	Universitas Pembangunan Jaya
Depositing User:	Admin Repository
Date Deposited:	19 Jun 2023 03:18
Last Modified:	19 Jun 2023 03:18
URI:	http://eprints.upj.ac.id/id/eprint/5798

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