Social Networking Sites and Social Maladjustment – a study among Users and Non Users
Journal Title: INDIAN JOURNAL OF MENTAL HEALTH - Year 2016, Vol 3, Issue 1
Abstract
Background : The past decade has seen a massive upsurge in internet use among people especially on Social Networking Sites (SNS). A new trend among the younger generation is on the rise especially with the advent of smart phones. This current research paper aims to assess the impact of Social Networking Sites on the social maladjustment behavior of students. Methodology : A descriptive research design was adopted for the study using a census enquiry method for students of the Department of Social Sciences, Lady Doak College, Tamil Nadu, India. A self prepared semi structured questionnaire and Mathews Maladjustment Inventory were used tools used for the study. Results : Results indicated that Facebook was the most preferred social networking site among the respondents and that they had a high level of social maladjustment (p = 0.039). High levels of paranoia and inferiority were also reported. Conclusions : With the advances in technology and with almost every one being able to access these services on their smart phones the use of SNS will pose a major threat in society for future generations to come. Further research is required to focus on promotion of healthy use of social networking sites so as to promote a better and healthier life style.
Authors and Affiliations
Sukanya Rajan, Julian A. Joseph Arthur
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- DOI 10.30877/IJMH.3.1.2016.30-34
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