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Exploring the Social Media Use of Victims of Domestic Violence: A Comprehensive Study

Zixuan TanLiaoning University of Technology*

* Corresponding author: [email protected]

Abstract

Domestic violence is a serious social issue that has a large number of negative impacts on individuals, families, and even society as a whole. This study investigates the basic situation of social media use by domestic violence victims, thereby providing media use experience for other vulnerable groups and contributing to the elimination of domestic violence. The issue of domestic violence has become a hot topic of social and public concern in recent years. Research on the relationship between domestic violence and the media can be divided into two categories: media reporting of domestic violence and the use of media by victims of domestic violence. This study takes victims of domestic violence as the research object and uses in-depth interview methods; and specific contents centre around their use of social media, such as seeking help and support, sharing personal experiences, raising public awareness, and finding a sense of belonging to the community. Through investigation, this article draws the following conclusions: The types of social media commonly used by victims of domestic violence can be divided into three categories: instant messaging, information acquisition, and information sharing. By studying the types of social media use for domestic violence victims, people can observe their situations and emotions and provide timely help.

Keywords: Domestic Violence; Social Media; Victims of Domestic Violence; Social Issue
Published: May 21, 2024
DOI: 10.54254/2753-7064/34/20240085
Volume: CHR Vol.34
pp. 10-16
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