The association between Internet use and characteristics of social networking for middle aged and older adults

BACKGROUND: Studies have shown that strong social networks have a positive effect on physical and psychological well-being. Research suggests that Internet use may affect social networks. However it is not clear if Internet use has a positive or negative effect on social networks. One theory suggest...

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Main Author: Hogeboom, David L
Format: Others
Published: Scholar Commons 2007
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Online Access:http://scholarcommons.usf.edu/etd/2218
http://scholarcommons.usf.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=3217&context=etd