Problematic Internet Use in Emerging Adulthood: The Interplay Between Narcissistic Vulnerability and Environmental Sensitivity

IF 1.7 4区 心理学 Q2 COMMUNICATION
I. Benzi, Nicola Carone, Andrea Fontana, L. Barone
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Abstract

Abstract: Research has shown the importance of exploring variables associated with problematic Internet use (PIU) in emerging adulthood. In this scenario, grandiose and vulnerable narcissistic features might be differently associated with PIU. Similarly, environmental sensitivity encompasses heightened empathy, sensitivity to rejection, and problems in emotional regulation. However, the interplay of narcissism and environmental sensitivity associated with PIU has not yet been explored. In this scenario, in a sample of 319 emerging adults (female = 78%, Mage = 24.00, SD = 2.33), we explored the role of environmental sensitivity in the association between narcissistic features and PIU using general linear models that were compared via a total coefficient of determination (TCD) and Akaike information criterion (AIC). Data highlighted that one emerging adult out of four displayed at least a moderate level of PIU. Furthermore, results showed that only narcissistic vulnerability was associated with PIU. Also, findings suggest that higher sensitivity to environmental stimuli (positive or negative ones) strengthens the association between vulnerable narcissism and PIU. Our study sheds light on the complex and multidimensional nature of PIU, acknowledging the interaction between different personality traits linked to an increased sensitivity to the social world: environmental sensitivity, including the environmental and social cues, and narcissistic features, encompassing the fear of rejection and/or devaluation from others. By exploring these associations, this study highlights the need for more targeted interventions to address PIU, particularly for individuals with higher levels of self-sensitivity when navigating the interpersonal domain.
成人期有问题的网络使用:自恋脆弱性和环境敏感性之间的相互作用
摘要:研究表明,探索与成年初期网络使用问题(PIU)相关的变量具有重要意义。在这种情况下,浮夸和脆弱的自恋特征可能与PIU有不同的联系。同样,环境敏感性包括高度的同理心、对拒绝的敏感性和情绪调节方面的问题。然而,与PIU相关的自恋和环境敏感性的相互作用尚未被探索。在这个场景中,319份样品中新兴的成年人(女= 78%,法师= 24.00,SD = 2.33),我们研究了环境敏感性的作用之间的关系自恋的特性和使用一般线性模型更比较通过总确定系数(TCD)和Akaike信息准则(AIC)。数据强调,四分之一的新兴成人至少表现出中等水平的PIU。此外,研究结果表明,只有自恋型脆弱性与PIU相关。此外,研究结果表明,对环境刺激(积极或消极刺激)的高敏感性加强了脆弱自恋与PIU之间的联系。我们的研究揭示了PIU的复杂性和多维性,承认了不同人格特征之间的相互作用,这些特征与对社会世界的敏感度增加有关:环境敏感性,包括环境和社会线索,自恋特征,包括害怕被拒绝和/或被他人贬低。通过探索这些关联,本研究强调需要更有针对性的干预措施来解决PIU问题,特别是对于在人际交往领域中具有较高自我敏感性的个体。
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CiteScore
3.20
自引率
11.80%
发文量
42
期刊介绍: Journal of Media Psychology (JMP) is committed to publishing original, high-quality papers which cover the broad range of media psychological research. This peer-reviewed journal focuses on how human beings select, use, and experience various media as well as how media (use) can affect their cognitions, emotions, and behaviors. Submissions must substantially advance the current state-of the art on a theoretical and/or an empirical level. To name just a few typical fields and domains of inquiry, the Journal of Media Psychology considers manuscripts dealing with research on entertainment, computer-mediated communication (including social media), human-computer interaction, e-learning, computer and video games, virtual environments, or advertising. The journal is also open to research from neighboring disciplines as far as this work ties in with psychological concepts of the uses and effects of the media. Submissions of comparative work, e.g., crossmedia, cross-gender, or cross-cultural, are encouraged. Moreover, submissions including alternative analysis procedures such as the Bayesian approach are welcome. Starting in 2015, the pre-registration of research plans will also be possible. To ensure short turn-around cycles for manuscript review and fast publication, the Journal of Media Psychology relies heavily upon electronic communication and information exchange, starting from electronic submission and continuing throughout the entire review and production process.
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