Journal of Research and Innovation in Madrasah Ibtidaiyah Education
Vol. 1 No. 1 (2026)

Social Media as a Digital Addiction for Elementary School Students: A Psychology of Learning Analysis

Ahmad Shofiyuddin Ichsan (Institut Ilmu Al Qur'an An Nur Yogyakarta)



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29 Jan 2026

Abstract

This research employs a descriptive qualitative design to examine social media as a form of digital addiction among Indonesian elementary school students (aged 7-12), analyzed through a learning psychology lens. Drawing from 45 peer-reviewed sources via systematic synthesis using Miles and Huberman's model, the study reveals that platforms like TikTok trigger dopaminergic reinforcement akin to Skinner's variable-ratio schedules, disrupting prefrontal maturation, Baddeley's working memory, Piaget's concrete operational stage, and Vygotsky's zone of proximal development. Key findings indicate average daily usage of 3-4 hours (exceeding WHO guidelines), with Pearson correlations linking it to 59-70% negative impacts on concentration, learning motivation, social interactions, and academic achievement. Literature gaps in longitudinal Indonesian data are addressed, highlighting FoMO-driven emotional dysregulation, permissive parenting, and rural-urban disparities. Practical implications advocate curriculum-integrated digital literacy, 1-hour screen-time limits, and school-family coordination to mitigate addiction while leveraging platforms for Society 5.0 learning. Future research should prioritize mixed-methods longitudinal studies with neuroimaging for causal validation and policy formulation.

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Journal of Research and Innovation in Madrasah Ibtidaiyah Education is a scientific journal that focuses on publishing research results and innovations in the field of Madrasah Ibtidaiyah education. This journal serves as an academic forum for researchers, lecturers, teachers, and education ...