Use of Social Media for Sexual Expression among Adolescents in Ilorin Metropolis
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2018-11
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Applying uses and gratifications theory (UGT), this research examined the motives for using social
media for sexual expression among adolescents in Ilorin metropolis. Survey research design was used
to conduct the study where copies of questionnaire were administered to obtain data from 363
adolescents within the age group of 13-17 in secondary schools. Results indicated that majority of
respondents’ motives for sexual expression on social media is to derive certain information on their
personal preference. The study concluded that, adolescents in Ilorin metropolis use social media for
sexual expression to gratify informational needs. Therefore, it was recommended that further study
should be conducted with a focus on the impact of sexual expression on social media on adolescents’
attitude, behavior and safety.
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Adolescents, Sexuality, Sexual Behavior, Social Media