Social Media Usage, Body Image, and Psychological Well-Being among College Students
Jelyn Canonigo *
University of Mindanao Digos College, Philippines.
Leonora Kyla Uy
University of Mindanao Digos College, Philippines.
Claire Lynn Culajara
University of Mindanao Digos College, Philippines.
*Author to whom correspondence should be addressed.
Abstract
This study explored the relationship among Social Media Usage, Body Image, and Psychological Well-Being among 350 university students in the Davao Region using a quantitative, descriptive-predictive design with multiple regression analysis. The results revealed high levels of information sharing, social interaction, engagement with current news, collaborative learning, overall appearance evaluations, health fitness influence, and attention to grooming are significant positive predictors of students' psychological well-being. These findings highlight the considerable impact of social media usage and body image perceptions on psychological well-being. Therefore, interventions to enhance students' mental health address social media practices and body image perceptions by promoting healthy usage, fostering positive body image, and providing resources to manage the psychological effects of social media. Additionally, developing comprehensive educational programs and support systems can create a supportive environment that mitigates negative impacts and enhances overall mental health.
Keywords: Body image, psychological well-being, social media usage, mental health