Marquitta Fields, in fulfilling the requirements of the PhD in Counseling, Psychology, and Therapy at Antioch University’s New England Campus, has published her dissertation titled Like, Comment, Subscribe, and Share: An Investigation of Emerging Adults’ Lived Experiences of Relationship Information on Social Media.
This qualitative study examines how emerging adults engage with relationship education content on social media platforms and the implications for promoting accessible, relatable relationship education that aligns with their lived experiences. Fields’ dissertation explores how emerging adults interact with relationship content across various platforms, including Instagram, TikTok, Reddit, Facebook, Pinterest, and YouTube, and investigates the psychological factors that shape these interactions.
The study also considers how participants’ professional backgrounds, particularly in social work and STEM fields, influence their engagement, with those in these fields prioritizing evidence-based advice. The findings emphasize the importance of creating diverse, engaging, and evidence-based relationship education content to meet the varied needs and preferences of emerging adults on social media.
Fields is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Michigan, Missouri, and Kansas, with a specialization in trauma work. Her therapy journey began with a passion for creating meaningful change in family and relational systems, particularly in addressing the unique challenges faced by underrepresented populations. Marquitta has worked extensively with those processing childhood trauma, exploring identity, and supporting professionals navigating high-stress environments.
She is passionate about sharing research and relational therapy resources in creative and accessible ways. As a mentor and supervisor, Marquitta is dedicated to guiding new clinicians in developing equitable, socially conscious practices that foster meaningful change.
Read and download Fields’ Dissertation, Like, Comment, Subscribe, and Share: An Investigation of Emerging Adults’ Lived Experiences of Relationship Information on Social Media.
