Mind Over Media: An Examination of the Intersection Between Self-Alienation and Social Media
Abstract
An integral part of technological life, most social media platforms provide individuals with increased autonomy, allowing conscious choice. These networking sites allow users to be engaged for longer periods of time. The divergent effects of social media challenge people’s ability to maintain a sense of meaning in life. In turn, this addiction can reduce their quality of life, academic achievement, and physical health, and hinder their energy level. It is important to determine common determinants of the social media issue and prevent further worsened mental health issues. Cross-sectional studies compare the use of social media to well-being outcomes. While other studies suggest more positive outcomes of social media use, such as greater life satisfaction. A review of current research addresses the underlying psychological mechanisms of excessive use of social media. In recent years, more people to participate either passively or actively in social media trends. The following thesis investigates the severity of addiction and its relation to free will in order to create an intervention program at TAMU. The research assessment was studied using an online self-report questionnaire that evaluates the attitudes and behavioral changes in college students. In addition to free will and social media addiction, the survey analyzes external factors such as usage/habits, hours of sleep, demographics, and academic performance.
Citation
Borikar, Khushi S (2024). Mind Over Media: An Examination of the Intersection Between Self-Alienation and Social Media. Undergraduate Research Scholars Program. Available electronically from https : / /hdl .handle .net /1969 .1 /199663.