Publications [#277649] of Jonathon Cummings

Papers Published

1. Kraut, R; Kiesler, S; Boneva, B; Cummings, J; Helgeson, V; Crawford, A, Internet paradox revisited, Journal of Social Issues, vol. 58 no. 1 (January, 2002), pp. 49-74, WILEY [doi]
   (last updated on 2023/06/01)

   Abstract:
   Kraut et al. (1998) reported negative effects of using the Internet on social involvement and psychological well-being among new Internet users in 1995-96. We called the effects a "paradox" because participants used the Internet heavily for communication, which generally has positive effects. A 3-year follow-up of 208 of these respondents found that negative effects dissipated. We also report findings from a longitudinal survey in 1998-99 of 406 new computer and television purchasers. This sample generally experienced positive effects of using the Internet on communication, social involvement, and well-being. However, consistent with a "rich get richer" model, using the Internet predicted better outcomes for extraverts and those with more social support but worse outcomes for introverts and those with less support.