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What is the loss-of-community proposition?
The loss-of-community proposition argues that the tie-strength in personal networks has reduced, and that people tend to have more weaker rather than stronger ties.
How are personal networks becoming less transitive?
Personal networks are becoming less transitive because the tie strength is weaker.
What is social cohesion?
Social cohesion is the degree to which individuals and groups have positive relationships with each other.
What is personal network cohesion?
Personal network cohesion is the degree to which someone’s personal network consists of positive relationships.
What are positive relations in personal networks?
Positive relations in personal networks involve people helping, cooperating, and trusting each other.
Test your understanding of the loss-of-community proposition with this quiz! Explore how tie-strength in personal networks has changed and how it affects social cohesion.
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