THE IMPACT OF SOCIAL MEDIA USAGE ON MENTAL HEALTH AMONG STUDENTS IN OGUN STATE
Abstract
The study examined the impact of social media usage on mental health among students in Ogun state. The research addresses the growing concern over mental health challenges among students, exacerbated by the pervasive use of social media. The objective was to understand how social media influences students' mental well-being, identifying both positive and negative effects.
The study employed a descriptive survey design, targeting students in the Western region of Nigeria. A sample size of 300 students was selected using purposive sampling. Data was collected through structured questionnaires and psychological scales designed to measure mental health outcomes related to social media use. The analysis involved statistical methods to evaluate the relationship between social media usage and mental health indicators.
The study revealed the significant relationships between social media and mental health with anxiety, depression, stress, and self-esteem. The study revealed the negative correlation between social media usage and anxiety (β = -0.109, t = -2.383, p
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