ABSTRACT

Past research suggests there are three types of friendship: active, dormant, and commemorative. Given studies have primarily focused on active ties, this study seeks to explore the maintenance of dormant and commemorative ties online. Drawing from in-depth interviews (N = 23) this research explores motivations for the maintenance of dormant and commemorative friendships of young adults through social media. Findings suggest users are interested in maintaining dormant and commemorative ties due to three reasons: potential reconnection, perceived social capital, and nostalgia. Implications related to research on friendship, social media, and well-being are discussed.

摘要

过去的研究表明，友谊分为三种类型：活跃的、休眠的和纪念性的。鉴于研究主要集中在活跃关系上，本研究旨在探索在线保持休眠和纪念关系。本研究通过深度访谈（N = 23）探讨了通过社交媒体维持年轻人休眠和纪念友谊的动机。调查结果表明，由于三个原因，用户对保持休眠和纪念联系感兴趣：潜在的重新联系、感知的社会资本和怀旧。讨论了与友谊、社交媒体和幸福感研究相关的影响。