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Integrating Computerized Linguistic and Social Network Analyses to Capture Addiction Recovery Capital in an Online Community
Published on: May 31, 2019
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[Facebook addiction].
Balázs Dávid1, Attila Körmendi
1Debreceni Egyetem Bolcseszettudomanyi Kar Pszichologiai Intezet, Szemelyiseg- és Klinikai Pszichologiai Tanszek, Debrecen, Hungary,
Summary
Facebook addiction is linked to neurotic and narcissistic traits, with maladaptive usage patterns mediating the risk. Further research is needed to understand this behavioral addiction thoroughly.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Behavioral Addictions
- Social Media Studies
Background:
- Behavioral addictions encompass compulsive internet usage, with Facebook addiction being a significant subtype.
- The phenomenon of Facebook addiction requires further scientific exploration due to its complex nature.
- Personality traits, specifically neuroticism and narcissism, are identified as potential risk factors for developing Facebook addiction.
Purpose of the Study:
- To accurately measure Facebook addiction in adolescents.
- To identify maladaptive Facebook usage characteristics associated with addiction.
- To investigate the influence of neurotic and narcissistic personality traits on Facebook addiction.
Main Methods:
- Utilized the Hungarian version of the Bergen Facebook Addiction Scale for measurement.
- Developed a custom questionnaire to assess neurotic and narcissistic traits in Facebook usage.
- Employed the MMPI "Psychasthenia" scale for neuroticism and the NPI-16 for narcissism.
Main Results:
- Narcissism and neurotic personality traits significantly influence Facebook usage patterns.
- Maladaptive Facebook usage acts as a mediator in the development of Facebook addiction.
- The study sample comprised 117 secondary school students.
Conclusions:
- Neurotic and narcissistic traits are associated with an increased risk of Facebook addiction.
- Understanding maladaptive usage patterns is crucial for addressing Facebook addiction.
- This research highlights the psychological underpinnings of social media addiction.
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