When someone checks his or her Facebook page, a post may be sent to let friends in different groups know what is going on. How each group experiences the post would be a subject for which perspective?

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Symbolic interactionism focuses on the meanings and interpretations individuals give to social symbols, such as language or gestures, in specific contexts. In this case, how different groups interpret a Facebook post reflects the symbolic interaction perspective, as it emphasizes the subjective experiences and meanings that the post holds for different groups of friends.

When Someone Checks His or Her Facebook Page, a Post