Psychologist's Guide to Adolescents and Social Media
- 1st Edition - September 23, 2021
- Author: Pierre Court
- Language: English
- Paperback ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 3 2 3 - 9 1 8 9 8 - 5
- eBook ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 3 2 3 - 9 8 5 0 1 - 7
The internet has become a principal venue for social interaction. Young people are growing up in a world surrounded by technology that could have only been imagined a generat… Read more
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Request a sales quoteThe internet has become a principal venue for social interaction. Young people are growing up in a world surrounded by technology that could have only been imagined a generation ago. Social media have crafted a landscape that has made connection with others easy. Yet this rise has become a concern. So, what is happening here? Why is it so compelling to use social media? Why is it difficult to quit social media? What impact can social media have on teenagers, their education, and their well-being? Should we be worried? What can be done to help? Psychologist's Guide to Adolescents and Social Media aims to deliver a deeper understanding regarding the psychology of social media, both positive and negative. This guide is divided into four parts. The reader will be guided through the purposes and merits of social media, the unintended consequences of using social media, author conducted research exploring the experiences of adolescent-aged school children, and what can be done to help those struggling with the overuse of social media, including assessment resources.
- Examines the consequences of using social media, including cyberbullying and internet addiction
- Explores what can be done to help those who need support with their social media use
- Features relevant real-life examples and interviews with adolescents
Researchers and clinicians in social psychology and personality, applied psychology, and educational psychology. Researchers in sociology, political science, clinical psychology
- Cover
- Title page
- Table of Contents
- Copyright
- About the author
- Acknowledgments
- Introduction
- A note on style
- What counts as social media?
- Part I: The positives and purposes of using social media
- Chapter 1: Identity and construction of the self
- Abstract
- The Ship of Theseus
- Ecological systems theory
- How much do we know ourselves?
- Social identity theory
- Congruence and true self
- Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, questioning, intersex, asexual, plus (L.G.B.T.Q.I.A.+)
- References
- Chapter 2: Social connectedness
- Abstract
- Social conformity
- The Houseparty saga
- The displacement hypothesis
- References
- Chapter 3: Emotional regulation
- Abstract
- Uses and gratifications theory
- Part II: The unintended consequences of using social media
- Chapter 4: Cyberbullying
- Abstract
- Finding a definition of cyberbullying
- Methods of cyberbullying
- Harassment
- Photo and video shaming
- Impersonating someone
- Subtweeting or vaguebooking
- Cyberstalking
- Trolling
- References
- Chapter 5: Unfulfilled expectations
- Abstract
- Signaling theory
- Reassurance seeking
- The thought behind an upload
- References
- Chapter 6: Internet addiction
- Abstract
- Defining addiction
- Internet addiction
- The problem owner
- Who is vulnerable?
- Measuring internet addiction
- Behavioral addictions “on” the Internet
- The design of technology and the battle for your attention
- References
- Chapter 7: The educational impact of social media usage
- Abstract
- A brief psychology of procrastination
- References
- Part III: Researching the impact of social media on UK secondary school students
- Chapter 8: Delving in deeper
- Abstract
- Research questions
- How to find out?
- Time to get to work: Designing the questionnaire
- Results
- Analysis
- To what extent does social networking occupy the minds of secondary aged young people? Can they be considered behaviorally addicted?
- References
- Chapter 9: “Tell me more about that”
- Abstract
- Semi-structured interviews
- Interview design
- Interview schedule
- Qualitative analysis
- The process of interpretative phenomenological analysis (IPA)
- Results
- Chapter 10: Connection to others: Social connection, relationship maintenance, the monitoring of others
- Abstract
- Social connection
- Relationship maintenance
- The monitoring of others
- Chapter 11: Identity and construction of the self: Change over time; A part of you; The role of parent
- Abstract
- Change over time
- A part of you
- The role of parent
- Chapter 12: Cyberbullying: Group judgment & reaction; A venue and channel for negativity; The use of “blocking” as protection
- Abstract
- Group judgment and reaction
- A venue & channel for negativity
- The use of “blocking” as protection
- Chapter 13: From online to in-school: Interference of work; Threats, intimidation or violence
- Abstract
- Interference of work
- Threats, intimidation or violence
- Chapter 14: “A cup of tea and a notebook”
- Abstract
- Part IV: What can be done to help those who need support with their social media use?
- Chapter 15: “You can lead a horse to water…”
- Abstract
- What is society's responsibility?
- Self-governance
- What can parents do?
- They’re in, so now what?
- How long is too long?
- Help parents to practice what they preach
- Three minute take-away
- The minefield of apps
- HOLLA: Live random video chat
- Yolo: Q&A
- IMVU: 3D Avatar creator and chat
- Likee—let you shine
- Calculator%
- Burnbook
- Wishbone
- Chatroulette
- Parents using technology to their advantage
- Chapter 16: “… But you can’t make it drink, or can you?”
- Abstract
- Schools
- Working 1:1
- Stages of change model
- Chapter 17: Getting a measure of the situation
- Abstract
- Understanding the individual's social media usage
- Understanding the individual's social media usage: Results analysis with the child
- Understanding the individual's social media usage: Results analysis with the parent
- Planning and implementing an intervention
- Reviewing progress of the intervention
- Chapter 18: Drawing everything to a close
- Abstract
- Epilogue
- Glossary of terms
- Appendix
- Abstract
- Contact details
- Sources and References
- The following research, articles, books, and websites have informed the content of this book
- Index
- No. of pages: 266
- Language: English
- Edition: 1
- Published: September 23, 2021
- Imprint: Academic Press
- Paperback ISBN: 9780323918985
- eBook ISBN: 9780323985017
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Pierre Court
Dr Pierre Court is an Educational and Child Psychologist currently living and working in Jersey. He has a Doctorate in Educational, Child and Community Psychology and qualifications in Counselling, Psychotherapy and Hypnotherapy.
Working in education and psychology for over 10 years, Dr Court is a Chartered Member of the British Psychological Society, registered with the Health Care Professions Council as a practitioner psychologist and a member of the Association of Educational Psychologists.
In professional practice, Dr Court provides strategic support to a range of schools, alternative education settings and families -including psychological assessment, stress management for school staff, collaborative problem solving for the most challenging of cases and clinical supervision for practicing school-based counsellors, supporting professional development, refining reflective practice and bridging the gap between therapeutic support, mental health and educational contexts.
Born in Bristol (United Kingdom), Pierre moved to Jersey in 2019. He is married with one daughter.
Affiliations and expertise
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