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Utilizing WhatsApp Groups for Family Communication and Interaction: Memanfaatkan Grup WhatsApp untuk Komunikasi dan Interaksi Keluarga Sabilla, Talitha Rizda; Rochmaniah, Ainur
House of Wisdom: Journal on Library and Information Sciences Vol. 1 No. 3: Oktober
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Sidoarjo

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.21070/how.v2i1.105

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Family communication is an important element in building harmonious relationships between family members. In the digital era, technology makes daily communication and interaction easier. This study aims to understand family communication in the digital era in Sidoarjo Regency, through interviews with five respondents from various backgrounds. The results of the study show that digital technology makes it easier for families to stay connected despite being apart. Respondents revealed great benefits in maintaining family relationships through text messages, video calls, and social media, as well as sharing life moments in real-time. Nonetheless, challenges such as technical issues and privacy concerns remain. It is important for families to maintain a balance between digital and face-to-face interactions to ensure that the quality of the relationship is maintained. Technology provides convenience, but direct interaction is still important in building strong emotional bonds. Highlights: Digital technology facilitates family communication despite physical distance. Benefits include real-time sharing and maintaining relationships through text, video, and social media. Balancing digital and face-to-face interaction is essential for strong emotional bonds. Keywords: Communication, Family, Whatsapp
Whatsapp Group Use for Maintaining Family Communication in Gebang Raya: Penggunaan Grup WhatsApp untuk Mempertahankan Komunikasi Keluarga di Gebang Raya Sabilla, Talitha Rizda; Rochmaniah, Ainur
House of Wisdom: Journal on Library and Information Sciences Vol. 2 No. 2: July
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Sidoarjo

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.21070/how.v2i2.243

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General Background: Family communication is a fundamental component in maintaining harmonious relationships among family members. Specific Background: In the digital era, instant messaging platforms such as WhatsApp have become integral tools for facilitating daily interactions despite geographical separation. Knowledge Gap: While prior studies have explored digital communication, there is limited qualitative insight into how families in specific local contexts utilize WhatsApp to sustain relationships and balance virtual with direct interactions. Aims: This study investigates the patterns, benefits, and challenges of using WhatsApp group features for family communication in the Gebang Raya area, Sidoarjo District. Results: Data from in-depth interviews with five respondents of varied backgrounds reveal that WhatsApp enables efficient coordination, real-time sharing of life moments, and emotional support despite distance. However, recurring technical issues and privacy concerns pose limitations. Novelty: The findings highlight the conscious strategies adopted by families to maintain offline quality time, ensuring that digital convenience does not erode interpersonal bonds. Implications: These insights can inform the design of community-based digital literacy programs that promote balanced and secure technology use in family contexts.Highlights: WhatsApp fosters family closeness despite physical separation. Technical and privacy issues remain ongoing challenges. Families balance online interaction with offline quality time. Keywords: Family Communication, WhatsApp, Digital Era, Social Media, Sidoarjo    
Co-Authors Rochmaniah, Ainur