Merpsy Journal
Vol 17, No 1 (2025)

Social Support as a Key Factor in Understanding Social Anxiety Among Generation Z

Hasbullah, An Nisaa Zahra (Unknown)
Dawanti, Rizki (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
30 May 2025

Abstract

Social anxiety is a common problem among Generation Z, characterized by fear of negative evaluation, difficulty in social interactions, and a tendency to avoid social situations. Social support is believed to help reduce social anxiety by providing a sense of security, acceptance, and emotional support. This study aims to examine the effect of social support on social anxiety among Generation Z in JABODETABEK. Using a quantitative approach with simple linear regression analysis, this study involved 150 respondents selected through incidental sampling. This study used the Social Anxiety Scale for Adolescents (SAS-A) and the Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support (MSPSS) as measuring instruments. The findings of the study showed that social support had a significant negative effect on social anxiety. Among the various sources of support, support from significant others had the strongest impact, at 16.8%, compared to support from friends and family. These findings emphasize the role of significant others in preventing and reducing social anxiety in Generation Z.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

merpsy

Publisher

Subject

Humanities Social Sciences

Description

Merpsy Journal is an open-access journal that publishes empirical research aimed at advancing our understanding of theoretical issues in the field of psychology with an approach model of biology, psychology, and social aspects that are interrelated and interact with each other to enable research ...