The Impact of Social Media on the Sustainability of the Traditional Sports Industry

Purpose The study aims to examine the correlates of work-related social media use. Specifically, it investigates the role of work-related social media use (WRSMU) and frequency of social media use (FSMU) in the relationship between workplace fear of missing out (FoMO), organizational support, innovative performance, and routine performance at the workplace. Design/methodology/approach A sample of 245 employees from India working in various organizations. The data were analyzed using partial least squares structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM). Findings The findings indicate that work-related social media use has a positive and significant association with innovative and routine performance. Additionally, organizational support is positively and significantly associated with work-related social media use and performance. Workplace fear of missing out is positively associated with work-related social media use, but not with performance. The mediation analysis showed that work-related social media use mediates between workplace FoMO and performance, and organizational support and performance. Furthermore, moderation analysis revealed that the frequency of social media use moderates between work-related social media use and innovative performance. Originality/value This study’s findings provide new insights into the impact of social media use on individual and organizational functioning. This study demonstrates this impact and contributes to the existing literature on the social and cultural impacts of information technology.

In recent years, increasing numbers of parents, activists, and decision-makers have raised concerns about the potential adverse effects of social media use on both mental health and family functioning. Although some studies have indicated associations between social media use and negative mental health outcomes, others have found no evidence of mental health harm. This correlation study investigated the interplay between social media use, mental health, and family functioning. Analyzing data from 314 users, this study explores diverse mental health outcomes. The study places particular emphasis on the Saudi Arabian sample, providing valuable insights into the cultural context and shedding light on the specific dynamics of social media's impact on mental well-being and family dynamics in this demographic context. We collected data through a subsection of an anonymous web-based survey titled "The Effect of COVID-19 on Social Media Usage, Mental Health, and Family Functioning." The survey was distributed through diverse web-based platforms in Saudi Arabia, emphasizing the Saudi sample. The participants indicated their social media accounts and estimated their daily use. Mental health was assessed using the General Health Questionnaire and family functioning was evaluated using the Family Assessment Device Questionnaire. In addition, 6 mental health conditions (anxiety, self-esteem, depression, body dysmorphia, social media addiction, and eating disorders) were self-reported by participants. The study demonstrates a pattern of frequent social media use, with a significant portion dedicating 3-5 hours daily for web-based activities, and most of the sample accessed platforms multiple times a day. Despite concerns about social media addiction and perceived unhealthiness, participants cited staying connected with friends and family as their primary motivation for social media use. WhatsApp was perceived as the most positively impactful, whereas TikTok was considered the most negative for our Saudi sample. YouTube, Instagram, and Snapchat users reported poorer mental health compared with nonusers of these platforms. Mental health effects encompassed anxiety and addiction, with age and gender emerging as significant factors. Associations between social media use and family functioning were evident, with higher social media quartiles correlating with a greater likelihood of mental health and unhealthy family functioning. Logistic regression identified age and gender as factors linked to affected mental health, particularly noting that female participants aged 25-34 years were found to be more susceptible to affected mental health. In addition, multivariable analysis identified age and social media use quartiles as factors associated with poor family functioning. This study examined how social media affects mental health and family functioning in Saudi Arabia. These findings underscore the need for culturally tailored interventions to address these challenges, considering diverse demographic needs. Recognizing these nuances can guide the development of interventions to promote digital well-being, acknowledging the importance of familial connections in Saudi society.

Background: Increased adolescent social media use can lead to lower physical activity. In addition, the growth of marketing of unhealthy foods and drinks is inevitable. In short, excessive social media use may negatively impact nutrition problems, eating behavior, and physical activities. Objectives: This study aimed to determine the relationship between patterns of social media use and nutrition status, eating behavior, and physical activity among adolescents in DKI Jakarta. Methods: The study was cross-sectional and involved 187 students from public high schools in Jakarta. Data was collected using the Food Frequency Questionnaire (FFQ), the International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ), the use of social media questionnaire, and an anthropometric assessment to measure body mass index for age. The statistical analysis used was the chi-square test. Results: No significant association were found between the frequency and duration of social media use and nutrition status. The type of exposure to social media content does not show a significant relationship with nutrition status, eating behavior, and physical activity. However, there were significant associations between frequency (p=0.022) and duration (p=0.003) of social media use and eating behavior. Likewise, there was a significant relationship between frequency (p=0.021) and duration (p=0.005) of social media use with physical activity. Conclusions: Duration and frequency of social media use are associated with riskier eating patterns and lower adolescent physical activity. Therefore, nutrition education in adolescents should also include topics on social media use.

Adolescents engage with social media daily and are frequently exposed to portrayals about its potential harms. Such portrayals may influence public belief, leading key adults in adolescents' lives to internalize negative views, which could shape adolescents' own beliefs about social media's impact on their mental health. This study used cross-sectional survey data collected in 2020 and 2021 from adolescents (N=3,568, mean age=17.3, 55% girls). The study examined the relationship between social media beliefs and gender, subjective socioeconomic status, mental health, and personality traits using logistic regression models with restricted cubic splines. Covariates included self-reported duration and frequency of social media use. Most adolescents held balanced beliefs about social media's impact, with over one-third believing it had both positive and negative effects (n=1,327). More girls than boys reported very negative beliefs, while socioeconomic status showed little variation across belief categories. The relationship between social media beliefs and anxiety followed a curvilinear pattern, with both highly positive and highly negative beliefs linked to higher anxiety. Negative beliefs were associated with higher levels of depression and lower well-being, whereas positive beliefs aligned with better mental health. Adolescents largely believe that social media is neither entirely good nor entirely bad. While findings suggest that negative beliefs correlate with poorer mental health and positive beliefs with better well-being, causal relationships remain uncertain.

The spread of disinformation and harmful content on social media is well-known. However, most research focuses on the negative influence of social media on the well-being of adolescents and teenagers. We used data from the 2022 Health and Retirement Study (n=4,038) to examine how the use of social media (i.e., Facebook, Twitter [X], and Instagram) was associated with vaccination uptake for Covid-19 among U.S. middle-aged and older adults. Frequency of social media use was measured on a scale ranging from 0=never to 5=daily. In our study (mean (SD) age: 69.4 (9.7) years), approximately 35.9% of participants used social media daily while 34.3% never did. Multivariable logistic regression models showed that social media use was not directly associated with Covid-19 vaccination. However, there was a significant interaction between social media use and educational attainment. Among adults who frequently used social media, those with low education were significantly less likely to be vaccinated for Covid-19 compared to their more educated counterparts (P for interaction = .008). These results remained after accounting for differences in participants’ sociodemographic background, health status, religiosity, and other factors. Furthermore, social media use was not associated with vaccination for influenza, pneumonia, or shingles. Our results highlight the importance of delivering tailored public health messages when promoting vaccine uptake among less-educated older populations.

Background: Social media have been used increasingly in the daily lives of the global population. Youths with hearing disability participate in many activities through social media, as do those in general. However, due to their hearing loss, they may experience different impacts, particularly in the special education context. Objective: The purpose of this study was to investigate the impacts of social media use on occupations of youths with hearing disability, and the relationship of activity limitation and participation restriction in the special education school context. Materials and methods: The participants comprised 92 youths with hearing disability, who were studying in a special education school. The research instrument was a questionnaire in two forms: paper-based and a sign language video clip. It was presented with acceptable content validity (IOC=0.60-1.00), good internal consistency reliability (α=0.88) and moderate stability reliability (ICC=0.70). Results: Results showed that most of the participants had their own smart phone and used a hearing aid for access to social media. Frequency of social media use was daily for 1-3 hour(s) per day. Overall, most of the participants had no activity limitation or participation restriction in their occupations, but they showed a minimal level of limitation and restriction in education. In terms of social media use, most of the youths presented a positive impact on occupations, particularly in social participation. The overall results indicated the relationship between activity limitation and participation restriction and impacts of social media use on occupations (r= -0.293, p=0.005). When considering each type of occupation, the results indicated the relationships of education, work, and social participation significantly. Conclusion: The findings of this study revealed the relationship between activity limitation and participation restriction and overall impacts of social media use on occupations. These findings were applied to social media use, particularly in parts of the text and virtual networks, as an optional channel for providing occupational therapy services and accessing meaningful occupations for youths with hearing disability.

Social media has increasingly been recognized as a powerful instrument for mobilizing and engaging individuals in contemporary social movements. This study was conducted to examine the relationship between social media usage and participation in societal movements. Within this context, the role of social media in mobilization has been observed to grow in significance. The variables related to social movements included Political Ideological Alignment (PIA), Perceived Impact of Social Media (PISM), Frequency of Social Media Use (FSM), Engagement with Content (EC), and Type of Social Media Platforms (TSMP). Data were collected through surveys administered to 512 participants, among whom 243 were identified as active social media users engaged in social movements. The survey contained items addressing participants’ social media usage, political orientations, and levels of involvement in various movements, with responses measured using Likert scales. The aim was to evaluate the extent of interaction with different platforms, perceived effectiveness of social media in activism, and the influence of ideological stance on levels of engagement. Data analysis was conducted using SPSS version 28. Descriptive statistics were utilized to summarize trends in social media usage and movement participation, providing insights into patterns of engagement based on usage frequency, platform preference, and political alignment. Pearson correlation coefficients were calculated to explore the linear relationship between continuous variables, particularly the association between frequency of social media use and engagement in social movements. Additionally, ANOVA was applied to identify differences in participation across categories defined by platform type and ideological alignment. The findings demonstrated a statistically significant relationship between social media use and participation in social movements. It was found that frequent usage, platform selection, and political alignment significantly influenced the extent of activism. Social media platforms were shown to effectively facilitate user mobilization, foster engagement, and amplify collective actions. These results underscore the critical role played by digital platforms in modern activism and offer strategic implications for the planning and execution of future digital mobilization and advocacy campaigns.

Adolescent e-cigarette use is a global epidemic with significant public health concerns. Millions of adolescents worldwide use e-cigarettes, and social media is believed to be a contributing factor. This review summarizes research on social media’s influence on adolescent e-cigarette use. PubMed, CINAHL, PsycINFO, and Scopus databases were used for article searching. Inclusion criteria were peer-reviewed articles written in English that examined the impact of social media on adolescent e-cigarette use. The Mixed Methods Appraisal Tool was used to evaluate the quality of the studies. The study followed the PRISMA-ScR guidelines for scoping reviews. A total of 24 studies were reviewed, including 21 quantitative and 3 qualitative. Results were categorized into eight (8) themes: 1) frequency of social media use; 2) engagement with e-cigarette brand pages; 3) e-cigarette discussions; 4) frequency of exposure to e-cigarette content; 5) e-cigarette harm perception; 6) gateway to learning about e-cigarettes; 7) exposure to anti-e-cigarette use-related content; and 8) exposure to pro-e-cigarette use-related content. The findings suggest that exposure to e-cigarette content on social media impacts adolescent e-cigarette use, with social media use frequency being strongly associated. It shapes adolescents’ perceptions, beliefs, and intent to use e-cigarettes. Social media strongly impact adolescent e-cigarette use, normalizing and promoting it. E-cigarette marketing and user-generated content on social platforms make it appealing and seem harmless to adolescents. Policymakers, healthcare providers, and public health organizations need to address this issue.

The spread of disinformation and harmful content on social media is well-known. However, most research focuses on the negative influence of social media on the well-being of adolescents and teenagers. We used data from the 2022 Health and Retirement Study (n = 4,038) to examine how the use of social media (Facebook, Twitter [X], and Instagram) was associated with vaccination uptake for COVID-19 among U.S. middle-aged and older adults. Frequency of social media use was measured on a scale ranging from 0=never to 5=daily. In our study (mean (SD) age: 69.4 (9.7) years), approximately 36% of participants used social media daily while 34% never did. Frequent media users were more likely to be younger, women, and more educated compared with less frequent/non-users of social media. Logistic regression models showed that social media use was not directly associated with Covid-19 vaccination. However, we found a significant interaction effect that vaccination uptake for COVID-19 was significantly lower in older adults with low education who frequently used social media. Among adults who used social media daily, those with less than a high school education were significantly less likely to get vaccinated than those with a college degree (odds ratio [95% CI]: 0.35 [0.15-0.82]; P=.016). These results remained after accounting for differences in participants’ sociodemographic background, health status, religiosity, and other factors. Furthermore, social media use was not associated with vaccination uptake for influenza, pneumonia, or shingles. Our results highlight the importance of delivering tailored public health messages when promoting vaccine uptake among less-educated older populations.

The research aimed to contribute to investigate the impact of social networking media on academic performance, health and social interactions in Oman. It is a causal study as it studied the impact of social media usage on academics, social interactions and health. The study area was University of Technology and Applied sciences, Nizwa. The period of study was from February 2023 to May 2023. The total population of students studying in University of Technology and Applied Sciences, Nizwa is 5692 A sample of 242 students were selected for the study from four departments. Samples were designed from students in each department by using proportionate stratified sampling. Primary data was collected online using Google form, with the help of a structured questionnaire in English and Arabic. The findings of the study revealed that the correlation between social media usage and health issues is 0.174. There is a significant relationship between social media usage and its impact on health. Social media usage contributes only 3% to health issues on the students. The correlation between social media usage and social interactions and behaviour is 0.264. 7% of the variation in social behaviour can be predicted due to usage of social media. It is proved that there is a significant relationship between social media usage and its impact on social interactions and behavior of students. The correlation between social media usage and academic performance is 0.271. Social media usage contributes only 7% to academic performance of the students. It is proved that there is a significant relationship between social media usage and its impact on academic performance of students, their health and behaviour. There is no significant relationship between gender, department, level of study and grade with the usage of social media.

This study investigates the intricate relationship between social media consumption patterns and many behavioral effects in modern culture. It investigates social media users' demographic diversity, platform preferences, and the perceived impact of social media on behavior. Furthermore, the study examines a variety of behavioral outcomes related to social media use, such as political viewpoints, purchase decisions, social interaction, self-esteem, feelings of loneliness, and stress levels. The findings show a diversified demographic composition among participants, emphasizing social media platforms' appeal across age groups, gender identities, and educational levels.Platform preferences highlight the continued popularity of platforms such as Facebook and Instagram, while also acknowledging the importance of other platforms such as Twitter and Snapchat. The impact of social media on behavior is perceived differently by participants, with a sizable number claiming a negative influence. The study finds some strong relationships between behavioral outcomes. Political beliefs are positively related to social media use, highlighting the importance of digital platforms in political dialogue and expression. Purchasing decisions show a favorable association with social media use, demonstrating the impact of social media advertising and influencer marketing on consumer behavior. The relationship between social interaction and social media use is complicated, stressing the dual nature of online interactions. Self-esteem has a favorable relationship with social media use, contradicting the widely held belief that social media has a negative impact on self-esteem. Loneliness has a slight negative connection with social media use, highlighting the complex interaction between social media and loneliness. Stress levels have a positive relationship with social media use, highlighting the possible stressors connected with online participation.

BackgroundRecently, social media has become an integral part of daily life, particularly among young adults. While these platforms offer numerous benefits, including communication, information sharing, and social connection, they have also been linked to a range of negative psychological consequences, including body image dissatisfaction. This study examined the prevalence of body dissatisfaction among health science students in Saudi Arabia, assessed the frequency and duration of social media use by gender, estimated the impact of social media use for >3 hours a day on body dissatisfaction, and identified the most commonly used social media platforms.MethodologyBetween December 2023 and June 2024, we conducted a cross-sectional study of students at King Saud Bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences, including all university colleges and branches in Jeddah, Riyadh, and Al-Ahsa. A survey was randomly sent to students’ email addresses by the research unit of each college. Chi-square and Fisher’s exact tests were used to test the association between two categorical variables.ResultsThe 392 participants were between 18 and 25 years old; more than half (63%) were female and 95% were single. The majority (88%) were satisfied with their body image, whereas 11.2% were dissatisfied. Body dissatisfaction was significantly associated with gender (p = 0.038) and body mass index (p = 0.031). Approximately 87% reported spending ≤3 hours per day on social media, and 65% reported using social media six times or more. There were no associations between long duration and frequency of social media use and body dissatisfaction by gender (p > 0.05). The most prevalent social media platform was TikTok (63%), followed by Twitter (59%), and an equal percentage (53%) for WhatsApp, Instagram, and Snapchat.ConclusionsThis study indicates a low prevalence of body dissatisfaction among health science students. Increased duration and frequency of social media use were not significantly associated with body dissatisfaction. Focusing on body satisfaction among future physicians is crucial because it plays a significant role in shaping their patients’ perceptions of health and beauty. Future studies could expand on these findings by including larger and more diverse sample sizes. They could also explore the impact of different types of social media content on body dissatisfaction.

This study delves into the profound impact of social media on body image perceptions and overall dissatisfaction among young adults at Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad. In today's digital age, social media pervades the lives of young people, shaping their self-perceptions and influencing their social interactions. This research aims to understand how the constant exposure to curated and often idealized images on social media platforms contributes to the development of unrealistic body standards, fostering feelings of inadequacy and pressure to conform to societal beauty ideals. Employing a quantitative research approach, the study focused on a sample of 200 undergraduate and postgraduate students aged 18 to 30 years. Data collection utilized systematic sampling techniques and involved the administration of questionnaires via Google Forms. The study drew upon Social Comparison Theory to understand how individuals evaluate their own appearance by comparing themselves to the seemingly flawless images and physiques presented on social media platforms. Data analysis was conducted using IBM SPSS Statistics. The findings revealed a significant correlation between social media usage and body image dissatisfaction among young adults. Frequent comparisons with idealized images of influencers and celebrities on social media platforms were found to be a major contributor to negative body image perceptions, leading to a range of negative emotional and psychological outcomes, including anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem. These findings underscore the urgent need for interventions that address the detrimental effects of social media on young adults' mental health. 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Aims: Social media has revolutionised our lives over the past two to three decades. With the advent of smartphones we see ourselves, family members, colleagues and general public whiling time away on social media platforms. In this context it would be prudent to explore the impact of social media and one’s thoughts on the future.Methods: An online survey was conducted looking into areas such as use of social media influence and opinions on adverse impact on individual use and future generation was looked into. The UK adult working population was studied and 100 individuals responded.Results: 94% respondents feel mental health can be adversely affected by social media; 94% respondents worry about future generation being affected negatively by social media; 50% felt adversely affected by social media; 64% felt social media influenced them. However more that 50% of respondents used social media daily up to 4 hours despite their concerns.Conclusion: Regular use of social media was very common despite one’s worries about adverse impacts on mental health. The population studied was of working adults and though they used social media regularly 94% felt worries about impact of social media on future generation. Overall the use and influence of social media on working adult population sample was high despite their own conviction that this may adversely impact mental health and future generation.An Afterthought; Should adults model less use of social media and phone to lead the way for future generation?

OP0313 The Use and Impact of Social Media in Modern Rheumatology Practice Based on a Survey by the Emerging Eular Network (Emeunet)