Jain, Garima and Sen, Shilpita (2018) Adultery in the age of technology: Complexities and methodological challenges in studying internet infidelity. In: Internet Infidelity: An Interdisciplinary Insight in a Global Context. Springer, Singapore, pp. 31-43. ISBN 9789811054129
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Abstract
The internet is transforming the nature of social relationships. There is a growing debate among scholars about how the internet can enhance existing relationships or facilitate the development of new relationships, including illicit ones. Research in this field has predominately focused on cybersex, pornography, and social networking sites, with a few studies on internet infidelity. A clear definition of internet infidelity is important theoretically, empirically, and therapeutically; however, research in this area is limited. This chapter explores the different types of infidelity and the challenges in defining internet infidelity. It offers a critical review of the existing literature to make sense of the complexities and challenges in carrying out research on this subject. It also provides recommendations and directions for future research.
Item Type: | Book Section |
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Keywords: | Cybersex social networking | Internet infidelity | Social relationships |
Subjects: | Physical, Life and Health Sciences > Computer Science Physical, Life and Health Sciences > Environmental Science, Policy and Law |
JGU School/Centre: | Jindal Institute of Behavioural Sciences |
Depositing User: | Mr Sombir Dahiya |
Date Deposited: | 31 Dec 2021 05:15 |
Last Modified: | 31 Dec 2021 05:15 |
Official URL: | https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-10-5412-9_3 |
URI: | https://pure.jgu.edu.in/id/eprint/487 |
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