Studies suggest that many teenagers these days prefer socialising online to meeting one another in person. Why do you think this is the case? What measures could be taken to encourage teenagers to spend more time meeting one another in person? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Recent researches mentioned that people ageing 13 to 19 years old have opted to socialise through the internet rather than physically meeting other individuals. The recent discovery happened because of the surge in the use of modern communication technologies and online telecommunication.
This
essay will not only explain the underlying cause of the issue but Linking Words
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propose approaches to encourage more face-to-face interactions.
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To begin
with, the popularity of modern technology Linking Words
such
as mobile phones and laptops has grown significantly. Linking Words
Instead
of being a luxury to have like in the 70s, people of various ages nowadays have handphones as a necessity. Linking Words
Furthermore
, the advancements of telecommunication have made conversations over a distance easier. Linking Words
In addition
, for many younger generations, making friends can be stressful. Linking Words
Hence
, these youngsters are led to believe that using online social media is the best option to avoid embarrassing situations. Linking Words
For instance
, teenagers who used to introduce themselves by exchanging handwritten biodata in the early 2000s now does a similar act by exchanging Instagram usernames Linking Words
instead
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Nevertheless
, interpersonal skills are not to be forgotten, as people still live within a society. Learning the right manners and body language when physically meeting with someone is crucial in the long run Linking Words
such
as during a future job interview. Linking Words
Thus
, efforts need to be made to ensure these skills are not lost due to the recent trend of online communication. As an illustration, one considerable effort that can be made in schools is requiring their pupils to be involved in group activities namely sports clubs or joining a student organisation. In fact, Linking Words
this
measure has been implemented in most schools in Indonesia and have shown promising results in the Linking Words
last
5 years.
In conclusion, it remains undeniable that socialising over the internet may surpass face-to-face relations, especially in youth. Linking Words
Although
inevitable with the frequent use of modern innovations, maintaining communications in physical social settings is highly encouraged in order to develop interpersonal skills in the younger population.Linking Words
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