Hidden Youth and the Virtual World: The Process of Social Censure and Empowerment Contributor(s): Chan, Gloria (Author) |
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ISBN: 1138857610 ISBN-13: 9781138857612 Publisher: Routledge OUR PRICE: $199.50 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: October 2016 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Psychology | Developmental - Child - Psychology | Developmental - Adolescent - Psychology | Clinical Psychology |
Dewey: 305.235 |
LCCN: 2016012532 |
Series: Routledge Studies in Asian Behavioural Sciences |
Physical Information: 264 pages |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: Hidden Youth and the Virtual World examines the phenomenon of 'hidden youth' or hikikomori, as it is better known in Japan as well as Hong Kong. Exposure to the Internet has allowed these young persons to develop a high level of capability within the virtual world, however these are skills that are not highly valued by society. This book uncovers the truth about hidden youth, the causes, coping strategies, power relations between them and adults in society, and their relationship with the virtual world. Key topics surrounding the phenomenon of hidden youth are explored in detail, including:
This is a particularly useful volume to researchers in child and adolescent psychology, clinical psychology, counselling and psychotherapy, school psychology, sociology, social work, and youth policy; as well as youth workers, school counsellors and mental health professionals, and will appeal to the interest of both academics and practitioners alike. |