Effects of Internet on Children’s Socialization: A Survey of Gujrat

Abstract

This study investigates the effects of internet on socialization of children. Internet is known to have changed the world into a perfect global village and it has become most potent socialization agent in present era. The study addresses the effects of internet on children socialization in comparison to popular media. Researchers used survey method for data collection and selected uses and gratifications theory to investigate the phenomenon and support the study. Results indicate that children spend more time on internet. They use internet mostly for educational purpose and playing games and in the process are also socialized although importance of family and peers is still prominent. It is significant that internet helps a lot in social development and personality building of the children.