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Attachment-Informed Strategies for Addressing Social Media Addiction in Kuwait

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: This study examines the influence of attachment styles—secure, anxious, avoidant, fearful-avoidant, and unclassified—on social media addiction in Kuwait, emphasizing the need for culturally relevant interventions. Using data from 4,419 participants, it identifies distinct patterns: anxious attached individuals use social media for emotional validation, while avoidant attached users limit interactions to preserve autonomy. The research integrates ethical considerations, such as data privacy and cultural alignment, to propose tailored strategies for educators, mental health professionals, and policymakers. This study merges psychological theory and practical solutions to address social media addiction in non-Western contexts, promoting digital well-being.

Source: International Journal of Technology and Human Interaction

DOI: 10.4018/ijthi.368254

Author: Eiman Tamah Al-Shammari

Institution: Kuwait University

Language: English

Topic: Impact of Technology on Adolescents

Subfield: Sociology and Political Science

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4407230510

FWCI: 1.844

Cites: 40

Cited by: 1

Related to: 10