The Social Media Paradox: Exploring its Impact on Health Problems among College Students

Abstract

Social media has become a vital aspect of life for individuals of all ages. Numerous platforms allow users to navigate the digital landscape, including YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Over the last ten years, social media has significantly transformed how people communicate and engage with one another. A study involving 105 college students utilized a questionnaire with 30 items across five dimensions to assess the impact of social media on mental and physical health issues. The results indicated a notable significant difference between social media usage and health problems among college students, revealing that higher social media engagement is associated with an increase in health problems.