APS
31st APS Annual Convention · 2019
Young Adults Set High Expectations Online for People They Trust
- Xue Jiang
University of Illinois at Chicago - Sierra Ryan
University of Illinois at Chicago - Theresa Thorkildsen
University of Illinois Chicago
Abstract
To understand young adults’ intentions when conversing online, we explored attachment security, expectations for responsiveness, and awareness of the reciprocity of interactions. Individuals with the most secure attachment seemed to use online tools to strengthen the quality of their interactions, reporting negative emotions when their postings were overlooked by others.
Social Groups/Social Relationships
