socialeither
Socialeither is a term used to describe a phenomenon in social platforms and online discourse in which user options are framed as binary or mutually exclusive social states. It refers to situations in which choices about belonging, expression, or identity are presented as two opposing paths or identities, often simplifying complex social dynamics into an either/or structure.
Origin and usage: The term blends 'social' with 'either' and has appeared in contemporary discussions about digital
Applications and examples: In design and analysis, socialeither is used to critique interfaces that force binaries,
Criticism and interpretation: Some scholars argue that the concept highlights how binary framing can constrain expression,
See also: binary thinking, social identity theory, platform governance, user interface design.