An Analysis of the Impact of Social Media Addiction on Academic Engagement of Students

Abstract

The study's goal is to comprehend how internet addiction affects students' academic performance. However, very few research has been able to explain how excessive internet use causes students to lose interest in their academic work. Many studies have examined the detrimental association between addictions and academic performance. This research consists of two factors: internet addiction (emotional and cognitive preoccupation with internet and loss of control and interference with daily life) and academic engagement (enthusiasm and commitment). Through questionnaires, data was gathered from 186 students at a higher institution in Nigeria. Both correlation and regression were used to evaluate the data. The results of the investigation demonstrated that internet addiction significantly and unfavorably affects enthusiasm and commitment. It's interesting to note that internet obsession on an emotional or cognitive level was not shown to be a reliable indicator of internet addiction or loss of control.

Correlation of Social Media Addiction to Academic Achievement in E-Learning

“…The existence of the social media network Facebook is a means for students and teachers to discuss learning or subject matter given by the teacher. This is different from the opinion expressed by ajibade in his research which explains that social media addiction is not an indicator of academic achievement [25]. Revealed in their research that social media addiction has an impact on bad behavior in everyday life [26].…”

شبكات التواصل الاجتماعي والأداء الأكاديمي لطلاب جامعة الملك سعود بالمملكة العربية السعودية

“…In terms of H1, Internet addiction, according to the research, is described as excessive, inappropriate use of the internet and related technologies (Ajibade et al, 2022). Overusing the internet also contributes to various problems in people's lives, including lower work performance (Throuvala et al, 2021).…”

“…Overusing the internet also contributes to various problems in people's lives, including lower work performance (Throuvala et al, 2021). It reduces one's ability to limit online time (Ajibade et al, 2022). Addiction to the web is defined as a psychological problem caused by excessive internet use (Throuvala et al, 2021).…”

“…Too much time spent alone in a virtual environment without engaging with others produces many social difficulties (Bishop, 2018). All academic institutions prioritize the significance of education and student academic success (Ajibade et al, 2022).…”

Generation Z Repurchase Intention in Indonesia E-Commerce: E-Wom Moderation and Customer Trust Mediation

“…Online media dependence as a social aspect is described as a mental or emotional disorder in a person's psychological condition caused by excessive use of online media. (Ajibade et al, 2022) states that the dependence on online media is common among college students and this dependence is harmful to their mental health. (Sujarwoto et al, 2023) because of the increasing dependence of students on the use of online media in life, it can have an impact on student behavior comparing themselves to others or developing high unrealistic expectations for themselves.…”