In an information society, even nuclear families have the characteristic of…

Concept

Technological mediation means that technology acts as an intermediary through which communication, relationships, and social practices are carried out.

In an information society, digital media do not merely transmit messages; they also shape how people interact, including within a nuclear family.

Application

The blank follows the adjective “technological” and asks for the process by which technology intervenes in family interaction. “Mediation” forms the established expression “technological mediation” and directly names that intermediary role.

Contrast

• Separation refers to being apart; it does not name technology acting as an intermediary.

• Constriction refers to narrowing or restriction; it does not describe technology carrying social interaction.

• Passivity refers to limited active participation; it is not the process described in the stem.

Therefore, the complete expression is “technological mediation,” so the answer is Mediation.