Brain anatomy alterations associated with Social Networking Site (SNS) addiction [PDF]
AbstractThis study relies on knowledge regarding the neuroplasticity of dual-system components that govern addiction and excessive behavior and suggests that alterations in the grey matter volumes, i.e., brain morphology, of specific regions of interest are associated with technology-related addictions.
He, Q, Turel, O, Bechara, A
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Adult Attachment Style, Emotion Regulation, and Social Networking Sites Addiction [PDF]
While there is substantial evidence that emotion regulation plays a role in the maintenance of substance and behavior addiction, its role in addiction to social networking sites (SNS) remains unclear. Drawing on attachment theory, we explore whether emotion regulation mediates the relationship between insecure attachment and SNS addiction among 463 ...
Chang Liu, Jian-Ling Ma
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The Facilitative Effect of Impulsiveness on the Dark Triad and Social Network Sites Addiction
This research investigated the relationships of the Dark Triad, impulsiveness, and social network sites (SNS) addiction with adolescents. In particular, this research examined the indirect effects of the measured motor, attentional, and nonplanning impulsiveness on the relationship of the Dark Triad and SNS addiction.
Soon Li Lee +3 more
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Social networking sites addiction and adolescent depression: A moderated mediation model of rumination and self-esteem [PDF]
Recent research has shown that social networking sites (SNS) use is a risk factor for depression, but little research has studied the relation between SNS addiction and depression, and less is known about the mediating and moderating mechanisms underlying this relation.
Pengcheng Wang +7 more
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Introduction: Social networking sites (SNSs) are popular, and there is a concern regarding its addiction among the young adults. The present study aimed to find the correlates of SNS addiction among the undergraduate health professionals. Methods: This was a 6-month, cross-sectional,
Vishal Kanaiyalal Patel +4 more
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Online gaming addiction in children and adolescents: a review of empirical research [PDF]
Background and aims: Research suggests that excessive online gaming may lead to symptoms commonly experienced by substance addicts. Since games are particularly appealing to children and adolescents, these individuals may be more at risk than other ...
Kuss, DJ +5 more
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Do we need cross border education?
The aim of this article is to examine studentsʼ experiences of cross-border education based on a single course carried out in collaboration between two networks, Barents Cross-Border University (BCBU) and the Thematic Network of Social Work (TNSWUA ...
Tarja Orjasniemi +1 more
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Beyond “Facebook Addiction”: The Role of Cognitive-Related Factors and Psychiatric Distress in Social Networking Site Addiction [PDF]
The use of social networking sites (SNSs) is rapidly increasing as billions of individuals use SNS platforms regularly to communicate with other users, follow the news, and play browser games. Given the widespread use of SNS platforms, investigating the potential predictors of addictive SNS use beyond Facebook use has become paramount given that most ...
Halley M. Pontes +2 more
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Binge flying: Behavioural addiction and climate change [PDF]
Recent popular press suggests that ‘binge flying’ constitutes a new site of behavioural addiction. We theoretically appraise and empirically support this proposition through interviews with consumers in Norway and the United Kingdom conducted in 2009 ...
Cavaliere, Christina +8 more
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Problematic social networking site usage and substance use by young adolescents
Background Substance use and abuse by young adolescents has become a serious issue for public health services, and several socio-environmental factors can influence how vulnerable a young adolescent may be to their appeal.
Alessandra Buja +9 more
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