Exploring the Influence of Information Technology on Family Social Rela-tions: Patterns, Perceptions, and Pathways
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Exploring the Influence of Information Technology on Family Social Rela-tions: Patterns, Perceptions, and Pathways
This research investigates the influence of information technology (IT) on family social relations, examining how digital technologies shape communication patterns, emotional connections, and familial dynamics within the family unit. Employing a mixed-methods approach, quantitative surveys and qualitative interviews were conducted to gather data from a diverse sample of fam-ilies. Quantitative analyses revealed varied patterns of IT usage within families, highlighting the prevalence of digital devices and communication platforms in everyday family life. Perceptions regarding the impact of IT on family communication and cohesion varied, with participants ex-pressing both positive and negative experiences. Qualitative interviews provided rich insights into lived experiences and perspectives, illuminating the complexities of IT-mediated family in-teractions and the strategies employed by families to navigate digital challenges. The findings contribute to existing theories and frameworks about technology and social interactions, en-hancing our understanding of the intricate relationship between IT usage and family dynamics.
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Gau, C., & Banje, E. (2025). Exploring the Influence of Information Technology on Family Social Rela-tions: Patterns, Perceptions, and Pathways. Journal of Education Innovation and Curriculum Development, 3(2), 46–52. Retrieved from https://journals.iarn.or.id/index.php/educur/article/view/529
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Homans, P. (1995). Jung in Context: Modernity and the Making of a Psychology. University of Chicago Press.
Hornung, J. M. (2015). Revisiting media richness theory: Social cues impact on understanding in a textual world. Pace University.
Kreps, G. L., & Neuhauser, L. (2010). New directions in eHealth communication: opportunities and challenges. Patient Education and Counseling, 78(3), 329–336.
Lavee, Y., McCubbin, H. I., & Olson, D. H. (1987). The effect of stressful life events and transitions on family functioning and well-being. Journal of Marriage and the Family, 857–873.
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Suh, K. S. (1999). Impact of communication medium on task performance and satisfaction: an examination of media-richness theory. Information & Management, 35(5), 295–312.
Utz, S. (2007). Media use in long‐distance friendships. Information, Communication & Society, 10(5), 694–713.
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Zwass, V. (2003). Electronic commerce and organizational innovation: Aspects and opportunities. International Journal of Electronic Commerce, 7(3), 7–37.
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