| This study is an empirical study of military spouses of the United States military and their use of social media. With today's growing social media use, this study sought to determine how social media affects their identity and their ability to adapt to new environments. Drawing on the communication theory of identity, cross-cultural adaptation and identity management theory, this study sought to advance theory through the application of social media use. Additionally, this study sought to gain knowledge of how social media impacts military spouses to aid with military life satisfaction. Results indicate that social media aids military spouses; however, only in particular circumstances. Implications of these findings and future research of military spouses are discussed. |
