Social Media Addiction Research Articles

Риски онлайн-поиска информации о здоровье: адаптация шкалы OHISS на российской выборке

<p>The development of the Internet, along with the improvement of patients’ digital skills, makes them competent in some matters of medical care. The aim of this study was to adapt the Online Health Information Seeking Scale in the Russian-speaking sample with the establishment of relationships with such cyber phenomena as doomscrolling, cyberchondria, and social media addiction. In an all-Russian online survey conducted using the service Toloka.AI, 1,025 people took part. The toolkit included the following questionnaires: the Online Health Information Seeking Scale (OHISS), the Doomscrolling Scale (DS), the Cyberchondria Severity Scale (CSS), the Bergen Social Media Addiction Scale (BSMAS). The results showed that the Russian version of the OHISS has a one-factor structure and high internal consistency (Cronbach’s α = 0.845; Mc’Donald’s ω = 0.847). The OHISS scores were statistically significantly positively correlated with scores of doomscrolling, cyberchondria, and social media addiction. The online health information seeking was not related to the age of the respondents, their income level and education level. Women, respondents who are married and separated, and respondents who consider themselves to be quite religious were exposed to more frequent online searches for health information. Empirical data obtained using the Online Health Information Seeking Scale allow us to consider the adapted scale as a psychometrically sound diagnostic instrument and recommend it for solving practical and research tasks.</p>

Problematic social media use in 3D? Relationships between traditional social media use, social virtual reality (VR) use, and mental health

This research expanded on prior work exploring the relationship between social media use, social support, and mental health by including the usage of social virtual reality (VR). In Study 1 (undergraduate students; n = 448) we examined divergent relationships between problematic social media use (e.g., Facebook, TikTok), total use, and users’ mental health indicators (e.g., depression, anxiety, social isolation). To determine whether problematic social media use patterns extended to immersive 3-D environments, we sampled active social VR users (e.g., Rec Room) in Study 2 (n = 464). Problematic social VR use was related to decreased real-life social support (β = -.62, 95%CI [-.80, -.44]), but not to VR social support (β = -.06, 95%CI [-.25, .14]). Conversely, the amount of social VR use was only related to increased social VR (β = .06, 95%CI [.04, .15]) but not to real-life social support (β = -.02, 95%CI [-.05, .04]). Study 2 also revealed a finding that may be unique to the 3-D immersive environment: the amount of social VR use facilitated better mental health for VR users, but only through stronger perceived social support on social VR but not in real life. This result highlights the potential of immersive media to promote mental well-being by facilitating engaging and meaningful social interactions.

Generations X, Y, Z: The Moderating Role of Self-Reliance in Relationships Between Loneliness, Social Media Addiction, and Life Satisfaction in Men.

In today's sociocultural milieu, characterized by pervasive social media and evolving conceptions of masculinity, this study examines the interplay among loneliness, social media addiction, self-reliance, and life satisfaction across Generations (Gen) X, Y, and Z. Employing a comprehensive model, the study explores social media addiction as a mediator between loneliness and life satisfaction, with a focus on the moderating role of the pivotal masculine trait of self-reliance in the loneliness-social media addiction relationship. Based on an online survey of 775 Israeli men aged 18-58, the findings reveal unique generational patterns. For Gen X, social media addiction negatively correlates with life satisfaction, without mediation or moderation effects. In Gen Y, loneliness is directly associated with life satisfaction, and a positive correlation exists between loneliness and social media addiction. Notably, self-reliance moderates the link between loneliness and social media addiction, amplifying this association at lower self-reliance levels. Gen Z replicates the Gen Y findings albeit without the moderation effect. This study contributes nuanced insights into the literature on masculinity, revealing the evolving nature of self-reliance-a crucial masculine trait-across generations. Such evolution, in turn, is associated with responses to loneliness and patterns of engagement with social media.

The Dark Triad and cyberloafing: unveiling the shadowy nexus

Purpose Cyberloafing has emerged as a significant phenomenon in the modern workplace, largely driven by shifts in work dynamics. Recent discussions suggest that Dark Triad traits may play a critical role in influencing cyberloafing behaviors; however, research exploring these traits in the context of cyberloafing remains limited. The purpose of this paper is to investigate the complex relationship between the Dark Triad personality traits – psychopathy, Machiavellianism and narcissism – and cyberloafing. Additionally, this study examines four other psychological variables and two demographic factors as potential correlates of cyberloafing. Design/methodology/approach The survey sample consisted of 155 working adults from the USA who participated via Amazon’s Mechanical Turk (MTurk). All participants were required to be full-time employees (working 35 or more hours per week) and hold MTurk Master qualifications. Findings The findings of this study provide credible support for the research hypotheses. While not all Dark Triad traits are linked to cyberloafing, the influence of certain traits is significant enough to draw meaningful conclusions. Specifically, the results of this study showed that Machiavellianism and psychopathy were associated with both forms of cyberloafing: browsing activities and emailing activities. However, narcissism was not related to any form of cyberloafing. Additionally, pay satisfaction and social media addiction were positively related to both forms of cyberloafing, while age was negatively related. Research limitations/implications This paper addresses several limitations, suggests avenues for future research and outlines practical implications for organizations aiming to mitigate the adverse effects of cyberloafing. Originality/value Cyberloafing – engaging in non-work-related online activities during work hours – has gained increasing attention because of its potential to disrupt productivity and organizational functioning. However, limited research has explored this important behavior in depth. Building on contemporary studies, this study investigates the underlying mechanisms and potential implications of how Dark Triad traits may either encourage or mitigate cyberloafing.

Network modeling of problematic social media use components in college student social media users

BackgroundWhile the constitutive features of problematic social media use (PSMU) have been formulated, there has been a lack of studies in the field examining the structure of relationships among PSMU components.MethodThis study employed network analytic methods to investigate the connectivity among PSMU components in a large sample of 1,136 college student social media users (Mage = 19.69, SD = 1.60). Components of PSMU were assessed by the Bergen Social Media Addiction Scale (BSMAS) derived from a components model of addiction. We computed two types of network models, Gaussian graphical models (GGMs) to examine network structure and influential nodes and directed acyclic graphs (DAGs) to identify the probabilistic dependencies among components.ResultRelapse component consistently emerged as a central node in the GGMs and as a parent node of other components in the DAGs. Relapse and tolerance components exhibited strong mutual connections and were linked to the most vital edges within the networks. Additionally, conflict and mood modification nodes occupied more central positions within the PSMU network for the low-BSMAS-score subgroup compared with the high-BSMAS-score subgroup.ConclusionOur findings shed new light on the complex architecture of PSMU and its potential implications for tailored interventions to relieve PSMU.

The Relationship of Gratitude with Subjective Well-Being In Social Media Addicts

This study aims to look at the relationship between gratitude and subjective well-being in social media addicts. The research method used in this study is quantitative with a correlational approach. The research sample consists of addictive social media users with an age level of 18-24 years and using social media Instagram and Tiktok. Data collection applies the use of the Satisfaction With Life Scale (SWLS) and the Positive Affect Negative Affect Schedule (PANAS) for measurement of subjective well-being components. Gratitude measurement applies the use of The Gratitude Questionnaire-Six Item Form (GQ-6) scale which has been adapted to the Indonesian language. Meanwhile, Bergen Social Media Addiction (BSMAS) is used to identify addictive social media users. Correlation test technique through product moment technique was used as a method in analyzing research data. The results show that there is no relationship between gratitude and life satisfaction, while subsequently there is a positive relationship between gratitude and the affective component in social media addicts. This study provides potential implications in further studies on the dynamics of the relationship that occurs between gratitude and components of subjective well-being specifically in social media addicts.

The Relationship between Social Media Addiction and Mental Health in Grade XII Students of SMA N 1 Kawangkoan

Objective:This study aimed to determine the relationship between Social Media addiction and Mental Health among grade XII SMA N 1 Kawangkoan students. Methods: This study used a descriptive design.cross sectional study was conducted in September 2024 at SMA N 1 Kawangkoan. The sample size was 75. Data analysis was performed using the Spearman’s rank test. Results: There was a very weak relationship between social media addiction and mental health (correlation coefficient = -0.241 and Sig. 2-tailed = 0.037 <0.05) and not in the same direction, indicating that the higher the social media addiction, the lower the mental health. Conclusion: There is a weak and inverse relationship between social media addiction and mental health in grade XII students of SMA N 1 Kawangkoan. It is recommended that schools provide education to students about the impact of excessive use of social media on adolescent mental health and how to prevent social media addiction.

Examining Instagram Addiction and Social Isolation: Study Conducted Among Iranian Students Based on Uses and Gratification Theory

Examining Instagram Addiction and Social Isolation: Study Conducted Among Iranian Students Based on Uses and Gratification Theory

FoMO and Psychological Distress Mediate the Relationship Between Life Satisfaction, Problematic Smartphone Use, and Problematic Social Media Use

FoMO and Psychological Distress Mediate the Relationship Between Life Satisfaction, Problematic Smartphone Use, and Problematic Social Media Use

Social media addiction and borderline personality disorder: a survey study

Social media addiction and borderline personality disorder: a survey study

The Effects of Social Feedback Through the "Like" Feature on Brain Activity: A Systematic Review.

Problematic social media (SM) use is a growing concern, particularly among adolescents who are drawn to these platforms for social interactions important to their age group. SM dependence is characterized by excessive, uncontrolled usage that impairs personal, social, and professional aspects. Despite the ongoing debate over recognizing SM addiction as a distinct diagnostic category, the impact of social feedback, particularly through the "like" button, on brain activity remains under scrutiny. This systematic review aims to study the neural correlates of online social feedback, focusing on the effects of the "like" feedback on brain activity using fMRI and EEG. The review followed the recommendations of the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analysis Protocols (PRISMA). The review included 11 studies with 504 participants, identifying key brain structures such as the amygdala, ventromedial prefrontal cortex (vmPFC), and ventral striatum involved in reward processing. Positive feedback ("likes") activates areas like the nucleus accumbens (NACC), vmPFC, and amygdala, with NACC correlating with increased SM use intensity. Negative feedback activates the ventrolateral prefrontal cortex (vlPFC) and left medial prefrontal cortex (mPFC). Behavioral data indicates that positive feedback influences subsequent social interactions. The review highlights disparities in the literature regarding the neural response to social feedback, emphasizing the need for further research to clarify the roles of sex, personality traits, and the person giving feedback. Overall, understanding the neurobiological underpinnings of SM engagement is essential for developing effective interventions to prevent or address the negative effects of excessive SM use.

The relationship between coping with earthquake stress, social media addiction, and sleep quality among youth after the Maraş earthquake: a structural equation modeling

The relationship between coping with earthquake stress, social media addiction, and sleep quality among youth after the Maraş earthquake: a structural equation modeling

The Relationships between Mental Health and Social Media Addiction, and between Academic Burnout and Social Media Addiction among Chinese College Students: A Network Analysis

The Relationships between Mental Health and Social Media Addiction, and between Academic Burnout and Social Media Addiction among Chinese College Students: A Network Analysis

The Fear of Missing Out and Social Media Addiction: A cross-sectional and quasi-experimental approach

The Fear of Missing Out and Social Media Addiction: A cross-sectional and quasi-experimental approach

GENDER DIFFERENCES IN SMARTPHONE ADDICTION, PROBLEMATIC SOCIAL MEDIA USE, AND PROBLEMATIC GAME USE

The technology is advancing rapidly, making our lives easier and more convenient than before. However, excessive use of technology can disrupt daily routines and create various life challenges. The objective of current study is to examine the gender differences in variables such as smartphone addiction, problematic social media use, and problematic use of games among young adults aged 18 to 30. The study involved the cohort of 342 participants (172 men & 170 women), with a mean age of 24.23 years and SD of 2.57. The correlational research design was adopted and purposive sampling was employed to select participants. Findings reveal a significant association between smartphone addiction, problematic social media use, and problematic use of games among young adults. Gender differences were observed, with the men scoring significantly higher on the variable of problematic social media use compared to women. Moreover, although men also scored slightly higher on smartphone addiction and problematic use of games, these differences were not statistically significant. The study discusses its limitations in the detail and offers recommendations for future research. Additionally, the implications of the findings for improving the well-being of young adults are thoroughly discussed at the conclusion of the study.

THE SOCIAL MEDIA ADDICTION NEGATIVE EMOTIONS AND AGGRESSION: A QUANTITATIVE STUDY OF YOUNG ADULTS

Young adults frequently engage with social media platforms for various purposes, including the communication, information sharing, business and education. However, excessive use of these platforms can lead to negative outcomes such as aggressive behavior, as suggested by previous research. Despite this, the role of negative emotions, particularly depressed mood, in this association has been largely ignored, especially in Pakistan. This study seeks to address this gap by exploring the association between the social media addiction, depressed mood, and aggression. Using a cross-sectional correlational design and purposive sampling, study focused on 147 young adults aged 18 to 30 (M=20.61, SD=1.52). Results show that while social media addiction is positively related with depressed mood, this association is not statistically significant. However, social media addiction is significantly associated with aggression, depressed mood is positively and significantly associated with aggression. The result also depicts a partial mediation effect of depressed mood in the association between social media addiction and aggression, with both direct and total paths being significant, but indirect path being insignificant. The study concludes with limitations and provides recommendations and implications for supporting the mental well-being of young adults.

Evaluation of the Factoral Structure of the Problematic Social Media Use Scale Among Georgian Youth

Evaluation of the Factoral Structure of the Problematic Social Media Use Scale Among Georgian Youth

Perfectionist self-presentation and problematic social media use serially mediate the association between attachment and depression among adolescent girls

ABSTRACT This study examined the serial mediation of perfectionistic self-presentation and problematic social media use in the relationship between attachment dimensions (i.e. anxiety and avoidance) and depression among adolescent girls. We hypothesized that attachment insecurities would predict higher levels of perfectionistic self-presentation, which in turn would predict increased problematic social media use, potentially contributing to elevated depressive symptoms. The study included 100 adolescent girls aged 11.4–16.6 years (M = 14.2, SD = 1.2) from a non-clinical population in Israel. Attachment, perfectionistic self-presentation, problematic social media use, and depressive symptoms were assessed through self-report instruments. The results confirmed the serial mediation hypotheses, revealing nuanced differences between the models for attachment anxiety and attachment avoidance. These findings elucidate mechanisms by which insecure attachment is associated with depression in adolescent girls.

The relationship between problematic social media use and health behavior: An exploratory specification curve analysis of large-scale survey data

The relationship between problematic social media use and health behavior: An exploratory specification curve analysis of large-scale survey data

Sosyal medya bağımlılığı, depresyon düzeyi ve Türk ergenlerde benlik algısı: Pandemi sonrası sonuçlar

As a result of the rapid development of technology and easier access, social media addiction has become the biggest problem for adolescents of this age. This research aimed to examine the effects of self-perception, depression, and social media addiction on adolescents. The research was conducted using a relational survey design with 475 adolescents. The participants comprised 266 (56%) girls and 209 (44%) boys attending various middle and high schools. They are studying at different grade levels in Turkey. The data were collected face-to-face in 2023-2024 when the pandemic restrictions were lifted. Within the scope of the research, the Personal Information Form prepared by the researcher, the Social Media Addiction Scale for Adolescents (SMAAS), the Self-Perception Scale for Adolescents, and the Kutcher Adolescent Depression Scale (KADS) were used as data collection tools to determine the personal information of the participants. After testing the proposed model using Structural Equation Modeling (SEM), it was revealed that depression and self-perception have a significant effect on social media addiction. According to the results of the study, it was determined that the level of depression predicted social media addiction (SMA). In addition, it was found that the indirect effect of adolescents' depression levels on social media addiction through their self-perception was statistically significant.