MARGINALISATION, SOCIAL NETWORKS AND ONLINE COM-MUNICATION: SIGNIFICANCE, BENEFITS AND LIMITATIONS OFONLINE SUPPORT GROUPS
Keywords:
marginalisation, social networks, online communication, online support groups, digital divideAbstract
Marginalisation is a process in which individuals, groups or entire communities are separated from the rest of society, which usually includes denial of rights normally available to other members of the society. Marginalisation is a ubiquitous social problem, and its elimination or at least reduction requires great investments, efforts and strategies at the local, national and global level. This paper provides an insight into benefits and significance of online support groups, especially for marginalised individuals and groups. The main issue investigated is whether these groups can help people enhance the quality of their lives and easier social integration. The paper also deals with potential problems arising in these groups, as well as problems of access and use of modern information technologies.
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