Social Media and the Reshaping of Human Relationships Among University of Benghazi Students

This study aims to analyze the role of social media in reshaping human relationships among students at the University of Benghazi. It measures the level of social media usage, identifies the dimensions of its positive and negative impacts, and explores statistically significant differences based on demographic variables (gender, specialization, and academic level).

The study adopted a descriptive-analytical approach, applied to an equal stratified random sample of (320) male and female students from various university faculties. Data were collected via an electronic questionnaire, with verified validity and reliability. The results indicated a high level of social media usage among students, with positive effects outweighing the negative ones. Furthermore, statistically significant differences in impact were found attributed to gender and academic level, while no significant differences were observed regarding specialization. The findings are discussed in light of the theoretical framework and previous literature. The study concludes with practical recommendations for university administrations, families, and students, alongside suggestions for future research.