
Deleted Journal, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 4(6), P. 104 - 104
Published: Dec. 25, 2024
Social media is integral to modern life, particularly for adolescents who spend considerable time online. However, excessive use poses significant risks well-being, especially among are vulnerable compulsive social usage. This study examines factors contributing addiction Vietnamese using the Bergen Media Addiction Scale (BSMAS) and Online Fear of Missing Out Inventory (On-FoMO). A cross-sectional was conducted in Vietnam with participants aged 13 under 18. Snowball sampling used ensure a diverse participant pool. The excluded individuals diagnosed mood disorders maintain population homogeneity. BSMAS, On-FoMO, demographic data, informed consent were collected via an online survey. found high prevalence adolescents, females being more susceptible than males. struggled reduce usage felt distressed when restricted. They did not necessarily feel envious or sad seeing others' happiness online, nor they seek validation through likes comments. reported forgetting problems late due SM use. results indicate that improving 17 emotional intelligence scales may extent SMA adolescents. also suggest interventions need be developed different fields.
Language: Английский