THE RELATIONSHIP OF SOCIAL MEDIA USE AND PSYCHOLOGICAL WELL BEING AMONG YOUNG ADULTS

Abstract

Young adults now use social media on a regular basis, which has raised questions about its possible implications on mental health. Using a sample of ninety-three participants, this study investigates the effect of social media use on psychological well-being of young adults. The Social Media Scale and the Psychological Well-Being Scale were used in the study to evaluate how people use social media and how their psychological health is affected. Quantitative research revealed a positive correlation between youth social media use and psychological well-being. The results demonstrate a significant correlation between increased exposure to upbeat and positive content on social media platforms and elevated psychological well-being. Reduced psychological well-being is associated with exposure to unpleasant and harmful information, such as cyberbullying and unrealistic beauty standards. The study highlights how important it is to support young people's responsible use of social media to enhance theirpsychological resilience and general wellbeing. By highlighting the significance of focused interventions to lessen the detrimental effects of online interactions while maximizing the potential advantages of digital platforms for youth development, these findings add to our understanding of the complex relationship between social media use and psychological health.