"Ghosting" and the implications of digital in the phenomenon of Romantic Scams
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https://doi.org/10.13129/2281-8138/2024.0.143-166Palabras clave:
Dark, Digital, Ghosting, Romantic Scam, Shadow, Social MediaResumen
The concept of “ghosting” outlines an increasingly common social practice in online interactions, characterized by the sudden interruption of a personal communication or relationship. Its roots lie in the dynamics of contemporary society, which emphasizes individual autonomy and the pervasive use of digital media for interpersonal communication. It is to be seen as a symptom of the modern emotional paralysis and commitment anxiety that plagues many contemporary structures. The normalization of the phenomenon, perpetrated through media content, only accentuates its significant cultural and social impact, configuring ghosting as an acceptable form of relationship management. All this should be seen as a shadow of modern social interactions, revealing the complexities and contradictions of an increasingly mediatized and individualistic society. This approach aims to offer a critical vantage point for investigating interpersonal dynamics and the broader structures of power and technology that shape our reality.
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