Review on the dual impact of social media on psychological well-being: from Nigeria context
This research examines the psychological impacts of smartphone addiction, focusing specifically on its potential implications on mental well-being, in response to the growing prevalence of mobile device usage. Smartphone addiction, characterized by the excessive and dysfunctional use of cellphones,...
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| description | This research examines the psychological impacts of smartphone addiction, focusing specifically on its potential implications on mental well-being, in response to the growing prevalence of mobile device usage. Smartphone addiction, characterized by the excessive and dysfunctional use of cellphones, has emerged as a significant public health issue. This review aims to assess the correlation between smartphone addiction and psychiatric problems such as social isolation, anxiety, and depression by summarizing the existing literature. Empirical evidence demonstrates a definite correlation between excessive smartphone usage and a deterioration in mental well-being. Social media platforms intensify addiction by promoting the behavior of "phubbing," which involves disregarding one's surroundings in favor of using their smartphones. This behavior is responsible for the deterioration of interpersonal ties and the loss in life happiness. The paper advocates for the implementation of comprehensive strategies that integrate psychiatric therapy, public health initiatives, and technological solutions to promote digital wellness and improve technology usage patterns. To achieve effective interventions, it emphasizes the ambivalent nature of technology and promotes ongoing study and collaboration between the mental health and technology sectors. It highlights the potential of technology to both enhance and deteriorate mental health. |
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| spelling | upm-1171662025-04-29T08:40:20Z http://psasir.upm.edu.my/id/eprint/117166/ Review on the dual impact of social media on psychological well-being: from Nigeria context ., Omeye Ma’rof, Aini Azeqa This research examines the psychological impacts of smartphone addiction, focusing specifically on its potential implications on mental well-being, in response to the growing prevalence of mobile device usage. Smartphone addiction, characterized by the excessive and dysfunctional use of cellphones, has emerged as a significant public health issue. This review aims to assess the correlation between smartphone addiction and psychiatric problems such as social isolation, anxiety, and depression by summarizing the existing literature. Empirical evidence demonstrates a definite correlation between excessive smartphone usage and a deterioration in mental well-being. Social media platforms intensify addiction by promoting the behavior of "phubbing," which involves disregarding one's surroundings in favor of using their smartphones. This behavior is responsible for the deterioration of interpersonal ties and the loss in life happiness. The paper advocates for the implementation of comprehensive strategies that integrate psychiatric therapy, public health initiatives, and technological solutions to promote digital wellness and improve technology usage patterns. To achieve effective interventions, it emphasizes the ambivalent nature of technology and promotes ongoing study and collaboration between the mental health and technology sectors. It highlights the potential of technology to both enhance and deteriorate mental health. Human Resources Management Academic Research Society 2024-08-17 Article PeerReviewed text en cc_by_4 http://psasir.upm.edu.my/id/eprint/117166/1/117166.pdf ., Omeye and Ma’rof, Aini Azeqa (2024) Review on the dual impact of social media on psychological well-being: from Nigeria context. International Journal of Academic Research in Business and Social Sciences, 14 (8). ISSN 2222-6990 https://hrmars.com/index.php/IJARBSS/article/view/22574/Review-on-the-Dual-Impact-of-Social-Media-on-Psychological-Well-Being-From-Nigeria-context 10.6007/ijarbss/v14-i8/22574 |
| spellingShingle | ., Omeye Ma’rof, Aini Azeqa Review on the dual impact of social media on psychological well-being: from Nigeria context |
| title | Review on the dual impact of social media on psychological well-being: from Nigeria context |
| title_full | Review on the dual impact of social media on psychological well-being: from Nigeria context |
| title_fullStr | Review on the dual impact of social media on psychological well-being: from Nigeria context |
| title_full_unstemmed | Review on the dual impact of social media on psychological well-being: from Nigeria context |
| title_short | Review on the dual impact of social media on psychological well-being: from Nigeria context |
| title_sort | review on the dual impact of social media on psychological well-being: from nigeria context |
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