Connected while apart: Associations between social distancing, computer-mediated communication frequency, and positive affect during the early phases of COVID-19

Shufford, Kevin N.; Hall, Deborah L.; Randall, Ashley K.; Braunstein, Bailey M.; O'Brien, Mary M.; Mickelson, Kristin D.

doi:10.1177/02654075211041316

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“…Others reported that phone or screen time was not the same or as satisfying as face-to-face interactions. This suggests that, although communication technology use can buffer the negative impact of the pandemic on social connections to a certain extent ( Juvonen et al, 2021 ; Shufford et al, 2021 ), it is not a replacement or long-term solution for these issues. Concurrent research noted similar effects in which the use of communication technology both positively and negatively mediated effects of loneliness and well-being ( Choi & Choung, 2021 ).…”

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confidence: 99%

Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Canadian Social Connections: A Thematic Analysis

Lowe¹,

Rafiq²,

MacKay³

et al. 2022

Journal of Social and Personal Relationships

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Background On March 11, 2020, the World Health Organization declared COVID-19 a worldwide pandemic. Responses to the pandemic response disrupted Canadian social connections in complex ways; because social connections are determinants of health and well-being, their disruption could adversely affect health and well-being. Moreover, understanding how pandemics and public health responses affect social connections could inform pandemic recovery strategy and public health approaches designed for future pandemics. The purpose of this study is to understand experiences of pandemic impact on social connections over the pandemic. Methods A sample of 343 Canadian adults was recruited through Athabasca University and social media. Participants were predominantly White (81%) and female (88%). After the pandemic onset, participants responded to open-ended questions about the impact of the pandemic on and any changes to social connections at three time points (baseline, and three- and 6 months from study entry). Responses were categorized into epochs by date (April-June 2020 [Spring]; July-August 2020 [Summer]; September 2020-January 2021 [Fall/Winter]). Qualitative thematic analysis was used to code themes for each epoch. Results Negative impact of the pandemic (37–45%), loss of social connections (32–36%), and alternative means of connection (26–32%) were prominent themes across the epochs. Restrictions to face-to-face connections were largest in spring (9%) and lowest in the Summer (4%). Conversely, participants increasingly reported limited contact or communication into the Fall and Winter (6–12%) as pandemic restrictions in Canada were reinstated. Conclusions The COVID-19 pandemic threatens social connections, with negative impacts that fluctuated with COVID-19 case rates and subsequent pandemic restrictions. These findings could be used to identify targets for social supports during the pandemic recovery, and to adjust public health strategies for future pandemics that minimize impact on social connections.

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confidence: 99%

Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Canadian Social Connections: A Thematic Analysis

Lowe¹,

Rafiq²,

MacKay³

et al. 2022

Journal of Social and Personal Relationships

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“…However, TMC usage also frequently mediated the positive relationship between social distancing behaviors and positive affect ( Shufford et al, 2021 ). Engaging in self-isolation during COVID-19 was positively associated with increased technology use for romantic relationship maintenance by U.S. adolescents ( Wright & Wachs, 2021 ).…”

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A descriptive literature review of early research on COVID-19 and close relationships

Bevan

Murphy

Lannutti

et al. 2022

Journal of Social and Personal Relationships

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This in-depth critical review investigates the impact of COVID-19 on personal relationships from the start of the pandemic in early 2020 to September 2021. Research examining six themes are identified and described in detail: the impact of COVID-19 on (1) family and intimate relationships; (2) LGBTQ+ relationships; (3) how COVID-19 is linked to technologically mediated communication and personal relationships; (4) potential shifts in sexual behaviors and desire; (5) potential shifts in relational conflict and intimate partner violence; and (6) constructive aspects of personal relationships, which is a broad theme that includes outcomes such as resilience, relational quality, coping, and social support. Findings for overarching patterns are offered to highlight implications for current research and identify future directions to consider when continuing to study personal relationships during the COVID-19 pandemic and similar future crises.

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“…The core idea is that a "virtual community" can be formed by any number of individuals via the internet on the basis of their own choice or in response to a stimulus (Burton & McQuail, 2021). This means that Tiktok is included in the category of online communities formed through internet media, where the community is selected based on social media (Shufford et al, 2021). The features of Tiktok social media have changed shape by presenting TikTok reels that make it easier for someone to record themselves singing and dancing accompanied by a choice of entertaining songs (Vaterlaus & Winter, 2021).…”

Section: Introductionmentioning

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Motives for using reels TikTok social media among Children

Kholili,

Wijiharto Tunggali

2023

J. Commun.

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Technology that develops from time to time makes a person more active in using social media. Cellular phone companies also develop various services (4G, 5G and others) to support these needs. Social media has become an integral part of everyday life among children, where they can share information or do other things for fun. This is a necessity for them. Reels TikTok is one type of social media that is currently widely used by children. Researchers want to see the pattern of using Tiktok among teenagers. This study uses a qualitative descriptive method, with five active teenagers who use Tiktok as samples or informants. Data collection techniques in this study were observation, interviews and collecting documents in the form of photos and other files. From the results of the study, it can be concluded that Tiktok is a social media that is able to meet one's needs, namely cognitive, affective, personal integration, social integration and imagining needs.

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Connected while apart: Associations between social distancing, computer-mediated communication frequency, and positive affect during the early phases of COVID-19

Cited by 10 publications

References 36 publications

Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Canadian Social Connections: A Thematic Analysis

Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Canadian Social Connections: A Thematic Analysis

A descriptive literature review of early research on COVID-19 and close relationships

Motives for using reels TikTok social media among Children

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