Narcissism And Social Media
Abstract
This study focus on the impact that social media might be having on young adults’ excessive interest in one’s physical appearance and how having these behaviors are changing our society to be more indulged in selfish behavior. A large number of people use social networking platforms; however, it is debatable on how these platforms shape the characteristics and personality of the person. A survey was created to ask the question to young adults if they think that social media have a connection to selfish behavior.
Research Question: Does Social Media Promote Narcissism and How Does It Affect Our Society?
Hypothesis:
Literature Review
Introduction
Narcissism is a multiplex concept and represents different characteristics, demonstrative …show more content…
Online relationships regularly engage narcissists, who are distinctively not ready to, or unwilling, to shape important companionship that request time or emotions in real life. The expansion of the media and advance technologies has permitted society to be engaged to be a part of the social media platform. This has brought about an increase for young adults to express narcissistic behavior. The increase in smart phones has permitted young adults to access any social media platform within seconds (Gentile et al, …show more content…
It is vital for narcissists to share their encounters because they believe that their followers and friends are truly inspired and motivated to know what they are doing on a daily basis. Social networking sites allow narcissistic people to keep the center of attention on their profile. In doing this, they might post statuses about their cat or dog, maybe even the food that they might be currently eating. They might post pictures that portray just themselves, propagating their self-intrigued
This study focus on the impact that social media might be having on young adults’ excessive interest in one’s physical appearance and how having these behaviors are changing our society to be more indulged in selfish behavior. A large number of people use social networking platforms; however, it is debatable on how these platforms shape the characteristics and personality of the person. A survey was created to ask the question to young adults if they think that social media have a connection to selfish behavior.
Research Question: Does Social Media Promote Narcissism and How Does It Affect Our Society?
Hypothesis:
Literature Review
Introduction
Narcissism is a multiplex concept and represents different characteristics, demonstrative …show more content…
Online relationships regularly engage narcissists, who are distinctively not ready to, or unwilling, to shape important companionship that request time or emotions in real life. The expansion of the media and advance technologies has permitted society to be engaged to be a part of the social media platform. This has brought about an increase for young adults to express narcissistic behavior. The increase in smart phones has permitted young adults to access any social media platform within seconds (Gentile et al, …show more content…
It is vital for narcissists to share their encounters because they believe that their followers and friends are truly inspired and motivated to know what they are doing on a daily basis. Social networking sites allow narcissistic people to keep the center of attention on their profile. In doing this, they might post statuses about their cat or dog, maybe even the food that they might be currently eating. They might post pictures that portray just themselves, propagating their self-intrigued