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Empowering Children through Smartphone Use: A Scoping Review in Social Construction Theory Perspective

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  • Kainat Hussain

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This scoping review delves into the complex dynamics of children's empowerment through smartphone usage within the context of social construction theory. The study synthesizes findings from diverse literature, focusing on children's roles as Advantaged, Contenders, and Deviants in democratic societies. The review identifies key themes such as extensive Internet use, parental mediation, risky online behavior, and family dynamics influencing children's digital experiences. Notably, the review underscores the paradigm shift from viewing children solely as Dependents to recognizing their agency and empowerment, particularly in smartphone usage. It highlights how children's extensive Internet use is influenced by factors like family cohesion, parental warmth, and authoritative parenting styles. The impact of parental mental health, relational dynamics, and socioeconomic status on children's digital behaviors is also explored.Furthermore, the review addresses the limited research on children as Deviants within social construction theory, emphasizing the need for further exploration. It discusses the complexities of children's empowerment about disruptive and deceitful behaviors, highlighting gaps in understanding and opportunities for future research. The study concludes by advocating for a nuanced approach that promotes children's empowerment while addressing concerns about smartphone addiction and digital risks.Overall, this scoping review contributes to the evolving discourse on children's empowerment in digital environments, urging for a deeper understanding of their roles as agents of change within societal frameworks

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  • Kainat Hussain, 2024. "Empowering Children through Smartphone Use: A Scoping Review in Social Construction Theory Perspective," Magna Carta: Contemporary Social Science, 50sea, vol. 3(2), pages 83-99, April.
    • Handle: RePEc:abq:mccss1:v:3:y:2024:i:2:p:83-99
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