Table 2. Social media utilization profile.
Variable | Frequency | Percentage |
Which social media platforms do you use the most? (Select all that apply) | ||
866 | 30.3% | |
Snapchat | 850 | 29.8% |
617 | 21.6% | |
467 | 16.4% | |
TikTok | 56 | 2.0% |
At which age you started using social media? | ||
Before 10 years of age | 1500 | 52.5% |
10-15 years | 736 | 25.8% |
16-20 years | 319 | 11.2% |
21-24 years | 301 | 10.5% |
How frequently do you use social media platforms? | ||
Rarely | 63 | 2.2% |
Less than an hour per day | 126 | 4.4% |
1-3 hours per day | 691 | 24.2% |
4-6 hours per day | 1077 | 37.7% |
More than 6 hours per day | 899 | 31.5% |
Are you aware of mental health resources and support available through social media platforms? | ||
Yes | 2432 | 85.2% |
Have you ever taken breaks or tried to reduce your social media usage for mental health reasons? | ||
Yes | 2210 | 77.4% |
How comfortable do you feel seeking professional help for mental health issues related to social media use? | ||
Very uncomfortable | 390 | 13.7% |
Uncomfortable | 471 | 16.5% |
Neutral | 1287 | 45.1% |
Comfortable | 488 | 17.1% |
Very comfortable | 220 | 7.7% |
Are you aware of privacy settings and the importance of protecting personal information on social media? | ||
Yes | 2699 | 94.5% |