About the book
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:
- The framework of Social Censure Theory
- The theoretical concepts of hegemony and the impact that labelling by the Government, the media and institutions has had on hidden youth
- The willingness of the hidden youth to remain hidden within the virtual world
- Subcultures as a platform for hidden youth empowerment
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.
Editions of Hidden Youth and the Virtual World
- EBook
- ISBN 9781317513247
- PDF
- ISBN 9781317513254
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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:
- The framework of Social Censure Theory
- The theoretical concepts of hegemony and the impact that labelling by the Government, the media and institutions has had on hidden youth
- The willingness of the hidden youth to remain hidden within the virtual world
- Subcultures as a platform for hidden youth empowerment
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hidden Youth and the Virtual World about?
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:
- The framework of Social Censure Theory
- The theoretical concepts of hegemony and the impact that labelling by the Government, the media and institutions has had on hidden youth
- The willingness of the hidden youth to remain hidden within the virtual world
- Subcultures as a platform for hidden youth empowerment
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.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Hidden Youth and the Virtual World?
Medicine and Nursing > Medical specialties, branches of medicine > Clinical psychology > Psychotherapy
Where can I read a sample of Hidden Youth and the Virtual World?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781317513247
Is Hidden Youth and the Virtual World part of a series, and can it be read as a standalone?
Yes it is a part of series Routledge Studies in Asian Behavioural Sciences
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Hidden Youth and the Virtual World?
Gloria Hongyee Chan
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Hidden Youth and the Virtual World is available as ebook(ISBN 9781317513247) and pdf(ISBN 9781317513254)