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  • Psychology
  • Behavioral Science
  • Digital Health

Background:

  • Problematic Social Network Sites Use (PSNSU) involves self-regulation failure impacting relationships, work, and well-being.
  • Impulsivity is a recognized risk factor for PSNSU.
  • A multidimensional approach to impulsivity is crucial for understanding addictive behaviors.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To meta-analyze the association between general impulsivity and PSNSU.
  • To investigate the relationship between specific dimensions of impulsivity and PSNSU.

Main Methods:

  • Systematic literature search using keywords for impulsivity and PSNSU.
  • Meta-analysis conducted following PRISMA guidelines.
  • Inclusion of 41 studies with 43 independent samples for quantitative analysis.

Main Results:

  • A significant positive correlation was found between general impulsivity and PSNSU (Fisher's Z = 0.29).
  • PSNSU significantly correlated with lack of premeditation (Fisher's Z = 0.11) and lack of perseverance (Fisher's Z = 0.19).
  • Positive correlations were also observed between PSNSU and attentional (Z = 0.18), non-planning (Z = 0.10), and motor impulsivity (Z = 0.22).

Conclusions:

  • PSNSU is confirmed to be positively associated with impulsivity.
  • Specific dimensions of impulsivity, particularly lack of premeditation and perseverance, are key factors in PSNSU.