Why don't we click on some social media posts?
We take the time to read a heartfelt post from a dear friend on Facebook about a struggle at work but aren't sure what to say, so we don't comment or otherwise show we read it.
Oct 22, 2020
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Social media fuels spread of COVID-19 information—and misinformation
COVID-19 has quickly evolved into the greatest public health challenge of a generation. People are increasingly turning to social media to understand the virus, receive updates, and learn what can be done to stay safe.
Mar 30, 2020
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Not all young people are 'digital natives' – inequality hugely limits experiences of technology
There is a belief that younger people are fully engaged with the digital world. But I am currently leading a project exploring people's knowledge and use of online data, and the preliminary findings from our research has ...
Mar 17, 2020
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Using social media at work: Effect depends on platform used, says research
A new study by researchers in the U.S. suggests that the use of social media can sometimes have a negative impact on a work project and sometimes correlate positively with success. Writing in the International Journal of ...
Jan 21, 2020
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China targets tech giants in app privacy crackdown
Chinese tech companies including social media giant Tencent were ordered by regulators on Thursday to clean up how their apps handle user information or face possible penalties.
Dec 19, 2019
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Use of social media is taking place both online and offline
Social media has changed how people interact. However, social media use is neither static or specifically linked to certain platforms. Emerging technical capabilities, changes in lifestyle and time management as well as the ...
Oct 15, 2019
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Technostress: How social media keeps us coming back for more even when it makes us unhappy
If you ever find yourself looking forward to a holiday because you'll be able to switch off your smartphone then perhaps you're suffering from social media "technostress". The constant stream of messages, updates and content ...
Sep 03, 2019
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Majority of social media users are happy for their data to be used for research, study reveals
Social media users are generally positive about their personal data being used for research purposes, a study by the University of York has revealed.
Aug 28, 2019
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How cities could use social media to help create mood-boosting public spaces
Intrigued by the idea of harnessing the power of Twitter to find out how Edmonton's green spaces, playgrounds or open wi-fi affect mental health, a group of University of Alberta graduate students and alumni developed a web ...
Jul 23, 2019
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