Online social support and problematic Internet Use—a meta-analysis

IF 3.7 2区医学 Q1 PSYCHOLOGY, CLINICAL

Addictive behaviors Pub Date : 2024-09-10 DOI:10.1016/j.addbeh.2024.108160

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Abstract

Introduction

The internet is a crucial platform for individuals to gain social support, enhancing their well-being. However, research indicated that while online social support (OSS) has positive aspects, it also carries potential drawbacks and can lead to problematic Internet use (PIU). This study aims to examine the complex relationship between OSS and PIU.

Methods

Adhering to the PRISMA guidelines, a systematic literature search was performed across five English and three Chinese databases. A total of 1966 articles were initially screened by title, followed by abstract, and finally, full text. And the random-effects model was used to synthesize the included 31 studies.

Results

31 studies were identified, encompassing a total sample of 22,375 participants. Meta-analysis revealed a moderate and significant correlation between OSS and PIU (r = 0.293), and it was significantly moderated by gender and the measurement methods of PIU. Notably, the relationship was more pronounced in studies with a higher proportion of female participants; when PIU was measured by problematic social media use, the relationship with OSS was stronger than studies that measured PIU by general problematic Internet use or problematic mobile phone use.

Conclusion

These findings contribute to a comprehensive understanding of the association between OSS and PIU, and carry implications for identifying and addressing the potential risks associated with social support provision in the digital realm.

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在线社会支持与问题性互联网使用--荟萃分析

导言：互联网是个人获得社会支持、提升幸福感的重要平台。然而，研究表明，尽管在线社会支持（OSS）具有积极的一面，但它也有潜在的弊端，并可能导致有问题的互联网使用（PIU）。本研究旨在探讨在线社交支持与 PIU 之间的复杂关系。方法根据 PRISMA 指南，在五个英文数据库和三个中文数据库中进行了系统的文献检索。共有 1966 篇文章通过标题、摘要和全文进行了初步筛选。结果共发现 31 项研究，样本总数为 22,375 人。元分析表明，OSS 与 PIU 之间存在显著的中度相关性（r = 0.293），并且这种相关性受性别和 PIU 测量方法的显著影响。值得注意的是，这种关系在女性参与者比例较高的研究中更为明显；当以有问题的社交媒体使用来衡量PIU时，OSS与PIU的关系要强于以一般有问题的互联网使用或有问题的手机使用来衡量PIU的研究。

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Addictive behaviors 医学-药物滥用

CiteScore

8.40

自引率

4.50%

发文量

283

审稿时长

46 days

期刊介绍： Addictive Behaviors is an international peer-reviewed journal publishing high quality human research on addictive behaviors and disorders since 1975. The journal accepts submissions of full-length papers and short communications on substance-related addictions such as the abuse of alcohol, drugs and nicotine, and behavioral addictions involving gambling and technology. We primarily publish behavioral and psychosocial research but our articles span the fields of psychology, sociology, psychiatry, epidemiology, social policy, medicine, pharmacology and neuroscience. While theoretical orientations are diverse, the emphasis of the journal is primarily empirical. That is, sound experimental design combined with valid, reliable assessment and evaluation procedures are a requisite for acceptance. However, innovative and empirically oriented case studies that might encourage new lines of inquiry are accepted as well. Studies that clearly contribute to current knowledge of etiology, prevention, social policy or treatment are given priority. Scholarly commentaries on topical issues, systematic reviews, and mini reviews are encouraged. We especially welcome multimedia papers that incorporate video or audio components to better display methodology or findings. Studies can also be submitted to Addictive Behaviors? companion title, the open access journal Addictive Behaviors Reports, which has a particular interest in ''non-traditional'', innovative and empirically-oriented research such as negative/null data papers, replication studies, case reports on novel treatments, and cross-cultural research.