Long-Distance Relationships and Media Selection

Paola Soto Herrera () and Rudy Pugliese ()
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Paola Soto Herrera: Rochester Institute of Technology
Rudy Pugliese: Rochester Institute of Technology

No 9711702, Proceedings of International Academic Conferences from International Institute of Social and Economic Sciences

Abstract: The present study investigated long-distance relationships and media use. It surveyed individuals involved in long distance relationships to determine which media are most often used, whether they are more likely to use rich or lean media, and whether family, friends, and romantic partners differ in their selection of media. Instant Messaging, social media (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Snapchat), telephone (cellular, mobile, or landline), online video chat, online audio chat, SMS, and regular mail were the most popular media. Romantic partners were more likely than either family or friends to use Instant messaging, the telephone, audio chat, and video chat. Results provide support for Rich Media Theory within the context of long-distance relationships. Additional findings are presented.

Keywords: media; long-distance relationships (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: D83 J24 L82 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Pages: 1 page
Date: 2019-10
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Published in Proceedings of the Proceedings of the 51st International Academic Conference, Vienna, Oct 2019, pages 145-145

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