How Social Media Affects People’s Ideas on Sexist Behaviours and Gender-Based Violence

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Article

Publication Date

Fall 9-11-2023

Abstract

The purpose of this study is to examine how social media may influence people’s perspectives on sexism and gender-based violence. Methods: A selective review of the literature on the relationship between social media and people’s perceptions of sexism and gender-based violence that was published between 2003 and 2022. Results: It is explained how social media might mentally alter people’s behaviour and ideas on sexism. It also offers light on the psychological effects of social media on women who advocate for feminism and the many forms of activism women utilize to combat sexism on social media. In addition, the challenges women encounter while utilizing the Internet to advocate for their opinions are emphasized. We conclude that Celebrities and powerful persons criticizing sexism influence people to change their behaviour. When people are surrounded by feminism in the media and on social media, they are likely to stop sexist behaviour to conform to the new ideal and majority based on conformity and doing what others do.

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