Subtle momentary effects of social media experiences: an experience sampling study of posting and social comparisons on connectedness and self-esteem

IF 5.4 1区文学 Q1 COMMUNICATION

Journal of Computer-Mediated Communication Pub Date : 2024-06-21 DOI:10.1093/jcmc/zmae004

Malinda Desjarlais

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Abstract

Part of the current mental health crisis is attributed to the increasing reliance on social media for daily tasks. By understanding behavioral or cognitive patterns that influence facets of well-being in real-time within individuals, we can empower individuals to intentionally adjust their behavior, thereby enhancing these aspects. This study utilized an experience sampling method to investigate the real-time effects of social media-induced social comparisons and posting on self-esteem and connectedness. Six times per day for 5 days, 74 adults reported on their social media use in the previous hour and their experiences of connectedness and self-esteem. Multilevel modeling demonstrated statistically significant within-person associations. Social media-induced upward comparison was related to momentary decreases in self-esteem, and moments when individuals posted on social media were related to higher levels of connectedness. The findings emphasize that specific experiences on social media may produce immediate effects for connectedness and self-esteem.

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社交媒体体验的微妙瞬间效应：关于张贴和社交比较对关联性和自尊的体验取样研究

当前的心理健康危机部分归因于人们在日常工作中越来越依赖社交媒体。通过了解实时影响个人幸福感的行为或认知模式，我们可以让个人有意识地调整自己的行为，从而提高这些方面的幸福感。本研究采用经验取样法，调查社交媒体引发的社交比较和发帖对自尊和联系的实时影响。在为期 5 天的时间里，74 名成年人每天六次报告他们在前一小时内使用社交媒体的情况，以及他们在联系性和自尊方面的体验。多层次建模表明，人与人之间的关联在统计学上具有显著意义。社交媒体引起的向上比较与自尊的瞬间下降有关，而个人在社交媒体上发布信息的瞬间与更高水平的联系有关。研究结果强调，社交媒体上的特定经历可能会对关联性和自尊产生直接影响。

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Journal of Computer-Mediated Communication Multiple-

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9.60

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2.80%

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期刊介绍： The Journal of Computer-Mediated Communication (JCMC) has been a longstanding contributor to the field of computer-mediated communication research. Since its inception in 1995, it has been a pioneer in web-based, peer-reviewed scholarly publications. JCMC encourages interdisciplinary research, welcoming contributions from various disciplines, such as communication, business, education, political science, sociology, psychology, media studies, and information science. The journal's commitment to open access and high-quality standards has solidified its status as a reputable source for scholars exploring the dynamics of communication in the digital age.