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Social Media Use as a Predictor of Body Image and Self-Esteem among Undergraduates in Selected Universities in Osun State

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  • Aderonke A. Akintola

    (Department of Psychology, Redeemer’s University, Ede, Osun State, Nigeria)

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The resultant effect on body image and self-esteem from social media use among undergraduates is of growing concern as digital platforms become increasingly integral to daily life. There is a dearth of literature combining these variables among undergraduates in Nigeria. This study therefore sought to investigate how social media affects young adults’ perceptions of their bodies and self-worth among undergraduates in Osun State. The study utilized a cross-sectional research design with data collected using self-report measurement from 400 undergraduates (Male = 127, female = 273). They were selected using multistage sampling techniques. Six hypotheses were generated and tested with simple linear regression, independent t-test and One-Way ANOVA. Results revealed that 54.8 % of the undergraduates viewed their body image favorably, while 55% had high self-esteem. Social media use significantly predicted body image perception of emerging adults and their self-esteem (β= .14, t= 2.91, p

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  • Aderonke A. Akintola, 2024. "Social Media Use as a Predictor of Body Image and Self-Esteem among Undergraduates in Selected Universities in Osun State," International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science (IJRISS), vol. 8(10), pages 1418-1427, October.
    • Handle: RePEc:bcp:journl:v:8:y:2024:i:10:p:1418-1427
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