Gay social networking

The role of technology can be argued as changing the social landscape for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgendered, and queer LGBTQ individuals. While traditional venues still exist for LGBTQ individuals in exploration of personal and sexual identities, the Internet serves as one distinguishing difference: anonymity.

Narratives of the 15 participants paint a picture of SNS usage as an invaluable tool in the exploration and acceptance process of their being a gay individual, specifically in the context of having non-accepting families. Advanced Search.

Eight Social Networking Sites for Men Who Love Men

Privacy Copyright. Skip to main content. Date of Award Degree Type Dissertation. Degree Name Doctor of Philosophy. Major Communication and Information. Major Professor Eric Haley. Abstract The role of technology can be argued as changing the social landscape for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgendered, and queer LGBTQ individuals.

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