Technology Makes the Heart Grow Fonder? A Test of Media Multiplexity Theory for Family Closeness
Technology can be helpful for family relationships. Media multiplexity theory illustrates that the more technological connections (i.e., multimodality) an individual has with their family members, the stronger that relationship. Yet, this theory assumes that spending time face to face (FtF) is equit...
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Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2021-01-01
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Series: | Social Sciences |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2076-0760/10/1/25 |