SOCIAL MEDIA ADDICTION AMONG EARLY ADULTS: A MINI EMPIRICAL STUDY
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The rapid expansion of digital technology has significantly increased the use of social media platforms among young adults. While social media offers opportunities for communication, networking, and information sharing, excessive usage can lead to addictive patterns of behaviour. This study aims to assess the level of social media addiction among early adults. A quantitative cross-sectional research design was adopted for the study. Data were collected from 30 respondents using the Social Media Addiction Scale developed by Sahin (2018). Descriptive statistical techniques such as mean and percentage were used to analyse the level of addiction. The findings revealed that a considerable proportion of early adults exhibit moderate to high levels of social media addiction. The results highlight the need for awareness programs and digital literacy interventions to encourage responsible use of social media among young adults.
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Sanjay.K, (2026). Social Media Addiction Among Early Adults: A Mini Empirical Study. International Journal of Science, Strategic Management and Technology, 02(03). https://doi.org/10.55041/ijsmt.v2i3.028
Sanjay.K, . "Social Media Addiction Among Early Adults: A Mini Empirical Study." International Journal of Science, Strategic Management and Technology, vol. 02, no. 03, 2026, pp. . doi:https://doi.org/10.55041/ijsmt.v2i3.028.
Sanjay.K, . "Social Media Addiction Among Early Adults: A Mini Empirical Study." International Journal of Science, Strategic Management and Technology 02, no. 03 (2026). https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.55041/ijsmt.v2i3.028.
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