Selfies, defined by the Oxford dictionary in 2013, refers to a photograph that one has taken of oneself, typically one taken with a smartphone or webcam and shared via social media. It is a very popular practice especially among the younger generations. Adolescents (who are …
In Sweden (where this study was conducted) 98% of 13 to 18-year-olds use the internet daily. However, not everyone is on an equal footing regarding access to the internet, especially during the teenage years. This study focuses on the access and use of the internet …
Adolescents represent the major audience of reality TV. The general attraction to this genre can be explained by the fact that people want to pass time by seeking entertainment, and reality TV provide good escapism and contains a strong social affiliation, as well as some …
The second leading cause of death among adolescents in the U.S. is suicide. It has become an increasing problem in today’s society, for the young and the old. Because of the influence of social media and celebrities, those who are in their adolescent years are …
The second leading cause of death among the U.S. adolescents is suicide. Adolescents commit suicide for many reasons: family issues, peer influences, schooling, health-related issues, cultural differences, and others. Imitation is also found to be another crucial cause of suicides among adolescents. A study reveals that …
