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Nahid Salma1, Farhaduzzaman Bhuiyan2
1Department of Statistics and Data Science, Jahangirnagar University, Savar, Dhaka, Bangladesh, 1342. nahidsalma@juniv.edu.
Journal of Health, Population, and Nutrition
|June 6, 2024
Summary
A significant portion of Facebook users in Bangladesh exhibit problematic or addicted usage patterns, with over half experiencing moderate depression. This highlights a critical link between social media use and mental health challenges in the region.
Area of Science:
- Social Sciences
- Psychology
- Public Health
Background:
- Facebook's pervasive integration into daily life necessitates understanding its impact on user mental health.
- Exponential growth in Facebook users correlates with increased incidence of mental health issues, particularly depression.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the relationship between Facebook addiction and depression among users in Bangladesh.
- To identify factors contributing to Facebook addiction and depression.
Main Methods:
- An online questionnaire surveyed 269 Facebook users in Bangladesh.
- The Bergen Facebook Addiction Scale (BFAS) and Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-9) assessed addiction and depression levels.
- Ordinal logistic regression identified significant predictors.
Main Results:
- 30.5% of users were categorized as addicted, and 52% as problematic users.
- A moderate correlation (0.701) was found between Facebook addiction and depression.
- Age, residential area, and time spent on Facebook significantly predicted addiction, while relationship types and occupation influenced depression.
Conclusions:
- A substantial number of Bangladeshi Facebook users suffer from depression, indicating a public health concern.
- Mental health campaigns promoting responsible Facebook use are recommended to improve health outcomes and support sustainable development goals.
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