Penggunaan Gadget Terhadap Perilaku dan Intensitas Komunikasi Keluarga (Studi Kasus Kecamatan Soreang Kota Parepare) : Penggunaan Gadget Terhadap Perilaku dan Intensitas Komunikasi Keluarga (Studi Kasus Kecamatan Soreang Kota Parepare)

Abstract

he study of this article explains the communication behavior of family members
after the onset of the gadget. In the current technological development, gadgets become
tools that are not separated by humans in everyday life. Similarly, with family members
can not be separated with gaget to support their daily activities. Communication is the
key to family harmony, but the presence of gadgets has an influence on family
communication behavior. This article uses qualitative research methods by collecting
observation data, in-depth interviews, and other research supporting data. the results of
this study found that the communication behavior of family members in using gadgets is
divided into two, namely proactive in communication, and reactive in family
communication. Family communication in maintaining harmony is shown by the unctioning of parents in educating and always paying attention to their children, either
by direct communication or through gadgets. Thus, the family remains harmonious
because family communication continues despite the presence of a gadget.