Influence Of Social Networks Research Articles

Unveiling the Instagram effect: Decoding factors influencing visiting intentions of superstar Spanish museums

This study employs the Stimulus-Organism-Response (S-O-R) and Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) paradigms to delve into the intricate variables that shape Instagram users' intentions to visit renowned Spanish museums, known as the Golden Triangle of Art. Leveraging a comprehensive analysis using partial least squares, this research scrutinizes the visiting intentions of Instagram users and synthesizes insights from a diverse sample of 956 respondents. The findings of this study yield remarkable contributions: (1) presenting an exceptional framework for advancing research in the realm of visiting intentions within the S-O-R and TAM paradigms; (2) bridging a critical research gap by exploring the influence of social networks on visiting intentions; and (3) illuminating the vital role of cognitive and affective reactions in translating information attributes into tangible behavioural responses. This research offers insights for academia, practitioners, and museum stakeholders alike, shaping the understanding of digital platforms’ impact on cultural tourism.

Social networks and posttraumatic stress symptoms five to ten years after the Fukushima nuclear power plant disaster

Since the 2011 Fukushima nuclear power plant accident, multiple social network disruptions have been reported among the community in Fukushima, while posttraumatic stress symptoms among the residents have persisted. In this study, we aimed to explore the influence of time and social networks on the recovery of posttraumatic stress symptoms based on longitudinal data from community residents in Fukushima, following up five to ten years after the nuclear power plant accident. We conducted five questionnaire surveys quasi-annually, the targets of which were randomly sampled 4900 non-evacuee community residents. In this study, the data of 1809 respondents who participated in at least one survey were used (36.9% of the initial target). Setting posttraumatic stress symptoms as the outcome, we examined the interaction between time and social network size using a mixed model, adjusting for sociodemographic characteristics and disaster-related events. Their interaction was statistically significant, and the posttraumatic stress symptoms of those with small social networks persisted, while those with larger social networks recovered. Maintaining and promoting social networks may contribute to mental health recovery after a nuclear disaster.

Influences of social networks, demographics, and evacuation duration on evacuation decisions: Insights from Ohio and Pennsylvania

Understanding post-hazard evacuation decisions poses challenges due to the complex interplay between individual behaviors and community influences. This study investigates the evacuation decisions made by residents from three counties of Ohio and Pennsylvania, correlating their choices with various sociodemographic and behavioral factors. By analyzing diverse evacuation durations—spanning a week, two months, and a permanent period—the research identifies patterns in distance preference, influenced by attributes such as gender, race, social networks, and travel habits. Evacuation duration emerged as a significant predictor of the distance traveled, with prolonged durations leading to farther evacuations. The research highlights the importance of leveraging local social networks for effective communication during hazards and informs policy recommendations for tailored evacuation advisories and inter-state evacuation collaborations.

Board of Directors Versus the CEO: The Influence of Social Networks on CEO Dismissal

Board of Directors Versus the CEO: The Influence of Social Networks on CEO Dismissal

Reflections on Religious, Cultural, and Political Dynamics in Contemporary Studies

This issue of Religious: Jurnal Studi Agama-agama dan Lintas Budaya presents a collection of eight articles that examine the intricate intersections of religion, culture, and politics in Indonesia and beyond. The studies explore a range of topics, including the regulation of religious practices, the politicisation of Islamophobia, the influence of social networks on political behaviour, and the use of digital platforms in preserving cultural values. The issue also delves into local religious responses to agricultural crises and the role of religious identity in fostering social cohesion. Together, these articles contribute to broader discussions on how religious and cultural practices adapt to changing societal contexts, providing valuable insights for researchers, policymakers, and academics.

The influence of social networks on the moral component of a person when starting a healthy lifestyle

The influence of social networks on the moral component of a person when starting a healthy lifestyle

The Trust as a Linchpin when Social Norms and Network Effect on the Productivity of Farmer Women's Group

This study aims to provide empirical evidence that social norms and networks affect the productivity of farmer women's groups by mediating beliefs. The subjects of this study were 121 farmer women in the Kanigaran Farmer women’s group, Kanigaran District, Probolinggo City. The samples were all taken by proportional random sample method. The data used is in the form of primary data from the results of questionnaires distributed to respondents, while data analysis uses SEM PLS. The results showed that social norms and networks affect trust. It was also revealed that social norms and networks also affect the productivity of farmer women's groups. Furthermore, the study also found that trust affects the productivity of farmer women's groups and at the same time trust can mediate the influence of social norms and networks on the productivity of farmer women's groups.

The Influence of Social Networks on the Formation of Modern Culture and its Relationship with Philosophy

The purpose of the research is to highlight the role of social media in the dynamic processes of modern culture development. Socio-cultural progress requires effective tools that will ensure the involvement of individual and social potential. Therefore, the article aims to position social media in the paradigm of the information and digital society. The research methodology is focused on the analysis of scientific works that interpret the content and format of information and communication activity of social media resources. The synergistic approach involves the formation of relevant algorithms for broadcasting social relations based on the interaction between different institutions and correlated with philosophical and ideological guidelines. The results of the study identify a number of information and communication dimensions that define worldview and mental meanings and form practice-oriented models of engaging society in synergistic interaction through social media resources. Among the key dimensions of the functioning of social networks in the information society system are: information, technology, dynamism, flexibility, creativity, heuristics, innovation. A promising area of research into the role of social networks in the context of actualising the philosophical and synergistic discourse is the problem of public self-organisation - the integrity of the approach to understanding social activity. Thus, social networks play an important role in the implementation of the principles of functioning of the social order (local or large-scale), providing the information and communication component of social activity. At the same time, social networks are actually becoming platforms where not only certain principles or elements of social development are presented, but also where discussion activity, debate and identification of the specifics of their implementation are formed. The problem of risks associated with the use of the potential of social communication, namely, responsibility, information security, and compliance with the norms of information culture, remains a matter of debate. Philosophy has historically fulfilled the mission of reconciling innovative dimensions with the fundamental dimensions of social activity, so the mental perception of the status of social networks is no less important than their functional potential.

Withdrawal notice to: The five-factor model, social network, and social influence in instant messaging groups [Adv. Des. Res. 2 (2024) 14–25

Withdrawal notice to: The five-factor model, social network, and social influence in instant messaging groups [Adv. Des. Res. 2 (2024) 14–25

Preferential selection based on aspiration and memory in spatial evolutionary prisoner’s dilemma game

When studying the spontaneous emergence of cooperation within the framework of evolutionary game theory, the process of strategy selection plays a crucial role in evolutionary dynamics. In most previous studies, it has been assumed that individuals randomly select learning targets from their neighbors. However, by considering the heterogeneity of individuals’ influence in real-life social networks, a preference for more realistic choices should be taken into account. Here, we propose a preferential selection mechanism based on individuals’ payoff aspiration in memory-based evolutionary game on square lattice networks. For each iteration, players in the regular lattices will prioritize selecting neighbors with the highest satisfaction rate over the most recent runs. The simulation results demonstrate that both the level of aspiration and the length of memory can elevate the level of cooperation to a certain extent. For the moderate aspiration level, when the value of betrayal temptation is less than threshold, cooperation level monotonously decreases with the increment of memory length. However, when betrayal temptation is above threshold, memory mechanism can facilitates the evolution of cooperation, while the absence of such a mechanism leads collaborators toward extinction.

Media and Social Networks about Labor Discrimination of Women in 21st Century

The issue of media coverage of women’s workplace discrimination is being considered. The relevance of the study is due to the increased influence of mass media and social networks on shaping public perceptions of various social issues. Publications from newspapers such as “Izvestia,” “Kommersant,” “Rossiyskaya Gazeta,” and “Arguments and Facts,” which are among the top 10 Russian media outlets, as well as articles from social networks, were used as materials for the study. It is shown that these resources address gender inequality issues in various fields such as industry, construction, business, etc., where men have social preferences. It is noted that women in these fields can have high professional status and not feel discriminated against according to statistical data. However, there are typically “female” spheres where women find it easier to advance in their careers, yet their salaries are lower. The authors emphasize that in some publications, women’s independent choice in favor of family or the ability of successful women to balance career and family values are highlighted. The article’s authors conclude that the same topics are represented in social networks as in the media. In conclusion, it is noted that the government has been attempting to address the issues raised in publications over the past five years by enacting appropriate laws.

Digital resilience: Understanding the influence of social media and support networks on university students' isolation during COVID-19

The global COVID-19 pandemic has led to widespread social isolation measures, potentially exacerbating mental health issues, especially among young adults. This demographic, known for its high social media usage, faces increased risk of negative mental health outcomes such as isolation and depression. This study explores how social media engagement and social support seeking mediate the relationship between age and social isolation symptoms during the pandemic. Using a qualitative research methodology, data was collected from twenty university students in Pakistan through semi-structured interviews. The interviews delved into various aspects including depressive symptoms, loneliness, coping mechanisms, and changes in daily routines due to the pandemic. The analysis reveals that university students experienced greater levels of loneliness compared to older age groups. Additionally, they exhibited increased use of social media platforms while seeking less social support. These findings highlight the mental health implications of fear and isolation during a global pandemic, both in Pakistan and in other countries. The study underscores the importance of targeted interventions to address the mental well-being of young adults during and after the COVID-19 crisis.

Uloga Facebooka u promjenama obrazaca interpersonalne komunikacije i poimanju romantičnih odnosa

Digital technology in mass media provides a new way of transmitting information, but often does not deliver the veracity and emotional depth of information as direct human interaction does. Apart from the convergence offered by the media, information discernment through one of the digital or mass communication channels remains inferior to direct human communication. The question arises as to how social internet platforms affect relationships between women and men and the value and emotional structure of these relationships. Despite numerous studies that have dealt with the influence of social networks on the quality of communication and life of children and young people, it is evident that the question of the influence of social networks on gender relations is often neglected or considered less important. The purpose of this research was to examine the public’s perception of the alienating effects of Facebook in the area of primordial and primary social interaction between women and men as a previous communication to all other forms and types of communication. The results showed that the majority of respondents do not support the use of social networks for sexual acquaintances or emotional relationships, considering virtual communication as an insufficient substitute for real emotional contacts, which include non-verbal signs of attraction, and do not perceive them as a suitable means for engaging in emotional or erotic experiences. Although most do not consider them a threat to stable emotional relationships, they are a threat to the spiritual component and dignity of the partner and are perceived as an foundation for sexual adventures, trips and fraud.

Social networks and societal position are key drivers of the spiritual well-being of the parents of migrants in rural West Bengal

ABSTRACT India has been upholding the traditional custom of multigenerational co-residence and is well known for its spiritual legacy. However, the era of globalization and urbanization has reshaped family structures, with adult migration influencing older parents’ spiritual journeys. The study investigates the differences in spiritual well-being among parents of migrants and non-migrants and the influence of social-familial position and social network on spiritual well-being using a cross-sectional survey conducted by 500 elderly parents. The study revealed that the mean score of spiritual well-being was significantly lower among parents of migrants compared to parents of non-migrants. Social networks enhance the spiritual well-being of elderly parents considerably. Social networks enhance spiritual well-being, particularly for parents of migrants, to a greater extent than among parents of non-migrants. Moreover, the study found that household decision-making roles emerged as a significant predictor of spiritual well-being, with more substantial effects observed among parents of migrants compared to non-migrants. Policymakers and social services providers should focus on strengthening social network structures for elderly parents, especially for parents of migrants. This could foster more robust social networks and empower older individuals to participate in household decision-making processes, which will ensure better spiritual well-being in the context of adult-child migration.

Investigation of the Influence of Social Networks on the E-commerce Live Streaming Industry from Consumers’ and Firms’ Points of View

In this largely internet-based era, it is found that utilizing social media as a transaction platform is an increasingly popular trend for both customers and firms. Even though they make use of social media for different purposes, its commonly recognized convenience, which allows a wider and faster information dissemination process via social networks, has great positive impacts on the streaming e-commerce industry. This paper uses different models and theories to explore the significance of social networking to both customers and firms. However, there are some drawbacks associated with such wide and quick dissemination of information because of the inability to distinguish between correct and false information and potential rumors. Then, suggestions will be given to both buyers and sellers of the products sold in live-streaming chatrooms to maximize the use of social media and social networking. This paper will mainly study the effects of social networks on electronic word-of-mouth and incentive mechanisms.

Impact of Online Social Communication on User Satisfaction: An Analysis of The Influence of Social Networks on The Communication Experience of Students in The Educational Institutions of Hidalgo, Mexico

Impact of Online Social Communication on User Satisfaction: An Analysis of The Influence of Social Networks on The Communication Experience of Students in The Educational Institutions of Hidalgo, Mexico

Keterlekatan Budaya dan Ekonomi pada Industri Tahu Rumahan di Kecamatan Arjasa, Jember

This research examines the influence of relational embeddedness and social networks on economic behavior in the home-based tofu industry in Arjasa District, Jember. The research focuses on how relational embeddedness influences the acquisition of business capital, work management, and conflict resolution within the business, as well as how home-based tofu industry owners strategize to develop their businesses amidst intense competition by utilizing their social networks. This research employs a qualitative approach with an ethnographic approach. The informants of this research are the owner of the AJ home-based tofu industry, workers who have kinship ties, and workers who do not have kinship ties. Data collection techniques utilize three components: observation, interviews, and documentation.

School Choice, Socioeconomic Status, and Stratified Enrollment in Urban Districts: Evidence From Detroit

Researchers and policymakers have often debated whether urban schools of choice enroll students who are relatively advantaged compared to their traditional public school peers. Existing research has not adequately answered this question due to a reliance on inadequate quantitative measures of socioeconomic status and an emphasis on differences between racial or class groups rather than within them. This mixed-methods study contributes new evidence based on novel survey data and interviews with parents and educational leaders in Detroit. Detroit charter schools enroll significantly fewer students living in deep poverty than neighborhood schools, and selective schools enroll a distinctly advantaged population. These stratified enrollment patterns result from differences in geographic constraints, the influence of social networks, school type reputations, and school practices.

Willingness to pay for digital wellbeing features on social network sites: a study with Arab and European samples

In recent years, concerns over the potential negative impacts of social network sites (SNS) on users’ digital wellbeing are on the rise. These concerns have sparked a growing demand for SNS to introduce changes to their business model and offer features that prioritize users’ wellbeing, even if it means introducing fees to users. Still, it is questionable whether such a new model is welcomed by users and commercially valid. In this paper, we investigate (i) people’s willingness to pay (WTP) for digital wellbeing services designed to foster more autonomy, control, and personal growth in users and (ii) the influence of sociodemographic variables, personality, and social networks use disorder (SNUD) on WTP. Data were collected through an online survey with participants from two distinct cultural contexts, the European and Arabic. The samples comprised 262 participants from Europe (Males: 57.63%) and 251 from Arab countries (Males: 60.56%). The participants ranged in age from 18 to 66 years (MEurope = 29.16, SD = 8.42; MArab = 31.24, SD = 8.23). The results revealed that a notable proportion of participants were willing to pay for digital wellbeing services (Europe: 24%; Arab: 30%). Females in the European sample demonstrated a higher WTP for “Mental Health Issues Minimization” compared to males. In the Arab sample, males showed a higher WTP for “Safeguarding Data Privacy” than females. Multiple regression analyses revealed that SNUD and the need for cognition emerged as significant and positive predictors of WTP in both the European and Arab samples. Differences in the relations of personality traits and sociodemographic variables on WTP in each sample were noted. These insights contribute to our understanding of the factors shaping individuals’ preferences and valuation related to digital wellbeing services on SNS and highlight the importance of considering sociodemographic variables and personal factors as well as cultural contexts when planning and introducing them.

The Influence of Social Networks on the Purchasing Behavior of Wine Consumers in Portugal

The present study was developed to understand the consumer's perception of purchasing wine online, verify whether Social Networks are a good source of information about wine, identify the main sources of information that consumers use to search, and finally assess the importance of Social Networks for SMEs in the wine sector. As a methodological approach, we implemented qualitative and quantitative research, including an in-depth interview with a marketing professional from a company in the wine sector, providing valuable insights into how they manage their brands and the challenges faced by the company in the digital scenario. We also prepared an online questionnaire survey, which investigated the purchasing and consumption behavior of buyers and consumers of Portuguese wines. The conclusions of this study presented significant practical implications for companies in the wine sector in Portugal. Therefore, we also see that these companies will be able to add efficiency to their digital marketing strategies, promoting their products in a more targeted and engaging way. In a complementary way, by recognizing the crucial role of Social Networks, companies will be able to establish a stronger and more authentic digital presence, building solid relationships with consumers.