Psychological wellbeing and avoidance strategies as moderators between excessive social media use and academic performance among Indian college students
Antin Mary Siluvai,
Hesil Jerda George,
Satyanarayana Parayitam
Abstract:Purpose
This study aims to assess the negative aspect of social media use among college students in India. A conceptual model showing the relationship between excessive social media use (ESMU) and academic performance of college students has been developed and tested. Further, the moderating role of psychological well-being and avoidance strategies were investigated.
Design/methodology/approach
A survey instrument was developed, and data was collected from 557 college students from higher educational institu… Show more
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