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- Research on online identity among adults with intellectual disabilities (ID) is sparse, with a study interviewing eleven individuals about their social media experiences.
- Thematic analysis revealed two major themes: online relatedness and sharing, and online agency and support, showcasing the positive impact of social media on social connections and self-esteem.
- Participants demonstrated diverse online identities that minimized focus on their disabilities, illustrating their ability to both give and receive support in digital spaces.
Article Abstract
Research focusing on online identity and the personal experiences of adults with intellectual disabilities (ID) is currently limited. Eleven adults with ID were interviewed regarding personal experiences of being online and using social media. Data were analyzed qualitatively using thematic network analysis. Two global themes, online relatedness and sharing and online agency and support, highlighted the positive potential of social media in enabling the development and maintenance of social bonds, valued social roles, and feelings of enjoyment, competence, autonomy, and self-worth. Participants reported sharing various expressed online identities that did not focus on or hide impairment, challenging notions of dependency, with participants both providing support and being supported online.
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