Feelings: Journal of Counseling and Psychology
Vol. 3 No. 2 (2026)

The Relationship Between Social Media Use and Social Anxiety Among University Students

Qurotul Uyun (Program Studi Bimbingan Konseling Islam UIN Siber Sykeh Nurjati Cirebon)
Aninda Barbie Nabilla (Program Studi Bimbingan Konseling Islam UIN Siber Sykeh Nurjati Cirebon)
Maratus Sholihah (Program Studi Bimbingan Konseling Islam UIN Siber Sykeh Nurjati Cirebon)
Naeila Rifatil Muna (Program Studi Bimbingan Konseling Islam UIN Siber Sykeh Nurjati Cirebon)



Article Info

Publish Date
25 Aug 2026

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the factors influencing the impact of social media use on college students, particularly in relation to social anxiety and mental health. This study used a library research method by reviewing various literature sources such as scientific journals, books, and relevant previous research reports. The results of the study indicate that the intensity of social media use, individual motivation, the phenomenon of Fear of Missing Out (FoMO), as well as family support and digital literacy levels are the main factors influencing the impact of social media on college students. Excessive social media use has been shown to increase social anxiety due to self-comparison and the need for social validation. Conversely, good social support and digital literacy can be protective factors against these negative impacts. The conclusions of this study emphasize the importance of wisely managing social media use and increasing self-awareness so that social media can provide positive benefits for the psychological and social development of college students.

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Education Public Health Social Sciences

Description

Feelings: Journal of Counseling and Psychology is peer-reviewed journal published by Hellow Pustaka Publisher. The journal is aimed to publish research contributing to the development of theory, practice, and policy making in Counseling and Psychology . It therefore intends to create an interface ...