The Narrative Discourse in Facebook Electronic Communication

This article is the result of research conducted about analysis of narrative discourse in interpersonal communication conducted in Hebrew in private Facebook conversations between adolescents. Different narrative discourse models are presented the process of adolescents’ formation of personal identity is revealed. It appears that Facebook discourse is of great significance for adolescents, mainly with regard to issues such as attitudes to school, to social activities, military service and issues that have to do with interpersonal and inter-gender relationships. The research findings and ensuing conclusions can teach educators about the world of adolescents at this stage of their life.