Authors :
Julsar T. Calonia; Laizza Mae T. Suico; Hazel Faith M. Herbieto; Paulene Dece Rey R. Libarios; Khayla Marie C. Aroja; Jessa A. Barbarona
Volume/Issue :
Volume 8 - 2023, Issue 6 - June
Google Scholar :
https://bit.ly/3TmGbDi
Scribd :
https://tinyurl.com/49cxbtdx
DOI :
https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.8191416
Abstract :
The pervasive use of Facebook and excessive
engagement with the platform contribute to increased
feelings of loneliness among individuals, as the addictive
nature of Facebook fosters shallow online connections,
reduces real-life social interactions, and perpetuates a
sense of social isolation, ultimately undermining personal
well-being and mental health especially amidst COVID-
19 pandemic. Thus, this study intends to provide
empirical evidence on the influence of Facebook addiction
on the loneliness levels of senior high school students at
San Agustin Institute of Technology, facilitating a better
understanding of the interplay between technology and
mental health among adolescents. The research employed
a quantitative, non-experimental research design utilizing
the descriptive-correlational technique. The sample
consisted of 163 randomly selected senior high school
students out of a total population of 460. Data analysis
involved the use of frequency count, percentage, mean,
standard deviation, Pearson product-moment
correlation, and simple linear regression. The
demographic profile analysis revealed that the majority
of the respondents were females aged between 17-18 years
old. Additionally, the study found that the levels of
Facebook addiction and loneliness among the
respondents were moderate. The test of relationship
indicated a significant association between Facebook
addiction and loneliness. Moreover, the regression
analysis demonstrated that Facebook addiction has an
influencing effect on students’ loneliness. These results
suggest that excessive and uncontrolled use of Facebook
by the students can contribute to their feeling of
loneliness.
Keywords :
Facebook addiction; loneliness; COVID-19; Philippines.
The pervasive use of Facebook and excessive
engagement with the platform contribute to increased
feelings of loneliness among individuals, as the addictive
nature of Facebook fosters shallow online connections,
reduces real-life social interactions, and perpetuates a
sense of social isolation, ultimately undermining personal
well-being and mental health especially amidst COVID-
19 pandemic. Thus, this study intends to provide
empirical evidence on the influence of Facebook addiction
on the loneliness levels of senior high school students at
San Agustin Institute of Technology, facilitating a better
understanding of the interplay between technology and
mental health among adolescents. The research employed
a quantitative, non-experimental research design utilizing
the descriptive-correlational technique. The sample
consisted of 163 randomly selected senior high school
students out of a total population of 460. Data analysis
involved the use of frequency count, percentage, mean,
standard deviation, Pearson product-moment
correlation, and simple linear regression. The
demographic profile analysis revealed that the majority
of the respondents were females aged between 17-18 years
old. Additionally, the study found that the levels of
Facebook addiction and loneliness among the
respondents were moderate. The test of relationship
indicated a significant association between Facebook
addiction and loneliness. Moreover, the regression
analysis demonstrated that Facebook addiction has an
influencing effect on students’ loneliness. These results
suggest that excessive and uncontrolled use of Facebook
by the students can contribute to their feeling of
loneliness.
Keywords :
Facebook addiction; loneliness; COVID-19; Philippines.
