According to your textbook, which of the following is true regarding adolescents and Internet use?
A) While earlier studies indicated that Internet use was associated with becoming less socially connected, recent studies indicate it might be associated with feeling more socially connected.
B) While earlier studies indicated that Internet use was associated with becoming more socially connected, recent studies indicate it might be associated with feeling less socially connected.
C) Studies indicate that social connectedness is associated with cyberbullying.
D) The majority of adolescents meet the criteria for pathological Internet use.
Answer: A
Rationale: Early studies showed that internet use was associated with less social connectedness, while more recent studies have found the opposite effect. This may be because the increase in online social networking means that adolescents spend much of their time online interacting with their real-world friends.
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