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The Relationship Between Tiktok Use and Social Anxiety Among Gen Z

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: This study examines the relationship between TikTok usage and social anxiety among Generation Z in Indonesia. Employing a quantitative correlational approach, data were collected via online questionnaires from 71 active TikTok users aged 18–24 years using purposive sampling. Instruments for TikTok usage (frequency, duration, activity, purpose) and social anxiety (interaction anxiety, scrutiny fear, close relationship anxiety) showed high validity (r > 0.235) and reliability (Cronbach's α > 0.90). Results revealed a positive moderate correlation (r = 0.392, p < 0.001) and significant regression effect (β = 0.276, p < 0.001), with TikTok explaining 15.4% of social anxiety variance. Findings align with Uses and Gratifications and Social Comparison Theories, urging digital literacy interventions for mental health

Source: Indonesian Journal of Contemporary Multidisciplinary Research

DOI: 10.55927/modern.v5i1.30

Authors: Pinkan Putri Ferdiani, Zulaikha, Didik Sugeng Widiarto

Institution: Universitas Dr. Soetomo

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: W7127939740

FWCI: 5.826

Cites: 23

Cited by: 1

Related to: 10