The Influence of Social Media Usage Intensity on Adolescent Mental Health: A Case Study in Indonesia

Authors

  • TEBE Agustina Sekolah Tinggi Ilmu Ekonomi GICI
  • Dewi Ratih Kusuma Wardhani Sekolah Tinggi Ilmu Administrasi Menarasiswa

Keywords:

Social Media, Mental healt, Teneanger, Deprecion, anxiety

Abstract

This research aims to analyze the influence of social media usage intensity on the mental health of adolescents in Indonesia. The background of this research is the increasing use of social media among teenagers and concerns about its impact on their psychological well-being. High social media usage has been linked to various mental health issues, such as anxiety, depression, and sleep disturbances. This study focuses on identifying the relationship between the intensity of social media use and the mental health of Indonesian adolescents, with the main research question: 'How does the intensity of social media use affect the mental health of adolescents in Indonesia?' Novelty: This research contributes to the literature by analyzing data from a diverse population of Indonesian adolescents and considering relevant contextual factors. The research method used is a quantitative method with a survey approach. Data were collected from 400 adolescents aged 13-18 years across various regions of Indonesia. Regression analysis was used to test the relationship between the intensity of social media use (measured by usage time scale and engagement on various platforms) and mental health (measured by valid instruments for anxiety, depression, and psychological well-being). The findings of the research indicate that high social media usage intensity is positively correlated with higher levels of anxiety and depression, as well as lower psychological well-being in adolescents. Conclusion: The intensity of social media use is a potential risk factor for the mental health of adolescents in Indonesia. The implication is the need for interventions and education to promote healthy social media use and reduce its negative impact on the mental well-being of adolescents.

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31.07.2025

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Agustina, T., & Kusuma Wardhani, D. R. (2025). The Influence of Social Media Usage Intensity on Adolescent Mental Health: A Case Study in Indonesia. The Youth Entrepreneur Management Journal, 1(1), 9–17. Retrieved from https://journal.stiegici.ac.id/index.php/yem/article/view/389

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