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Exploring the Impact of Social Media on Afghan Youth’s Digital Culture: A Quantitative Study of Identity, Norms, and Cultural Preservation

Sabghatullah Ghorzang^1,2,*, İhsan Karlı^1,*

Journal of New Media, Vol.7, pp. 1-16, 2026, DOI:10.32604/jnm.2026.076922 - 24 March 2026
Abstract In the rapidly evolving digital landscape, the interplay between social media and cultural identity among Afghan youth is of growing significance. This study examines how social media influences the digital culture of Afghan youth, using Social Identity Theory (SIT) to explore digital behaviors, identity formation, and cultural preservation. With a sample of 400 participants, the research addresses key gaps by analyzing the impact of social media on societal norms, cultural values, and online relationships. The findings highlight social media’s pivotal role in shaping Afghan digital culture, with a particular emphasis on the active engagement of More >

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Design of Artificial Intelligence Companion Chatbot

Xiaoying Chen^1,*, Jie Kang¹, Cong Hu²

Journal of New Media, Vol.6, pp. 1-16, 2024, DOI:10.32604/jnm.2024.045833
Abstract With the development of cities and the prevalence of networks, interpersonal relationships have become increasingly distant. When people crave communication, they hope to find someone to confide in. With the rapid advancement of deep learning and big data technologies, an enabling environment has been established for the development of intelligent chatbot systems. By effectively combining cutting-edge technologies with human-centered design principles, chatbots hold the potential to revolutionize our lives and alleviate feelings of loneliness. A multi-topic chat companion robot based on a state machine has been proposed, which can engage in fluent dialogue with humans… More >

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Exploring the Impact of Social Media on Afghan Youth’s Digital Culture: A Quantitative Study of Identity, Norms, and Cultural Preservation

Sabghatullah Ghorzang^1,2,*, İhsan Karlı^1,*

Journal of New Media, Vol.7, pp. 1-16, 2026, DOI:10.32604/jnm.2026.076922
Abstract In the rapidly evolving digital landscape, the interplay between social media and cultural identity among Afghan youth is of growing significance. This study examines how social media influences the digital culture of Afghan youth, using Social Identity Theory (SIT) to explore digital behaviors, identity formation, and cultural preservation. With a sample of 400 participants, the research addresses key gaps by analyzing the impact of social media on societal norms, cultural values, and online relationships. The findings highlight social media’s pivotal role in shaping Afghan digital culture, with a particular emphasis on the active engagement of More >

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