CN we b txtm8s?: An exploratory study on the textmate phenomenon

Date of Publication

2009

Document Type

Bachelor's Thesis

Degree Name

Bachelor of Arts Major in Psychology

College

College of Liberal Arts

Department/Unit

Psychology

Thesis Adviser

Flordeliza Bolante

Defense Panel Member

Madelene Sta. Maria

Abstract/Summary

The textmate phenomenon has been widespread but the relationship itself is so scarcely studied. This study was conducted to discover how textmate relationships develop and whether these relationships are comparable to face-to-face relationships. The researchers used Content Analysis to study the diaries the participants kept during the study. Interviews were also conducted to clarify interesting points in their diaries. The researchers discovered that the textmate relationship contains high levels of intimacy, self-disclosure and impression management and progresses in six different stages: Acquaintance Verification, Basics and Similarities, Fixed Associations, Unstructured Banter, Disclosures and Romantic. It was also found that meeting up with their textmates can transform their textmate relationship to a genuine, face-to-face relationship.

Abstract Format

html

Language

English

Format

Print

Accession Number

TU15035

Shelf Location

Archives, The Learning Commons, 12F, Henry Sy Sr. Hall

Physical Description

187 leaves : ill. ; 28 cm.

Keywords

Interpersonal relations; Intimacy (Psychology); Mobile communication systems

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