Impact of the Use of Social Networks on the Mental Health of University Students of the State University of Milagro: A Quantitative Study on Depression, Anxiety, Self-esteem and Social Interactions

Abstract

The objective of this research was to analyze how the use of social networks affects the mental health of university students, taking into account depression, anxiety, self-esteem and social interactions. A quantitative investigation was carried out using a standardized and validated questionnaire, using a significant sample of students from the State University of Milagro. Once the results of the survey have been analyzed, it can be said that the excessive use of social networks distracts students from their studies, negatively affecting their academic performance from emotional problems, academic and social difficulties, sleep disorders and addiction, some people They use social networks to expand their social circle or express themselves personally, although these are not main reasons for the majority of the sample surveyed.