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#934 Gordon Ingram: Adolescent Use of New Media and Internet Technologies

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Exploring the Influence of Social Media on Adolescents' Self-Concept

This chapter delves into the potential psychological effects of Instagram and social media on adolescents, focusing on girls. It discusses the uncertainty surrounding these effects and the contrast in behavior between academic articles and social media personas. The chapter also explores the risks associated with young people's use of internet and new media technologies, considering self-concept, self-esteem, and gender differences in online identity.

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