Table 1 Overview and description of dependent variables of interest in the current study
From: An exploration of the link between adult attachment and problematic Facebook use
Facebook Behaviour | Description | Author (s) | Psychological correlate |
|---|---|---|---|
Social comparison | Comparison of self in relation to others (may be an unconscious process) (e.g. compulsively viewing photos or timeline content of another Facebook user (known or unknown) | [16] Steers et al. (2015) [20] Appel et al. (2014) [21] Feinstein et al. (2013) [22] Tandoc et al. (2015) | Low mood/depression |
Impression management | Deliberate concealment of certain aspects of the self in order to present a positive self-image (e.g. applying filters to photo uploads to maximize attractiveness) | [15] Rosen et al. (2013) [17] Mehdizadeh (2010) | Low mood/depression Self-esteem |
Self-disclosure | Over-sharing of personal information on ones Facebook profile (e.g. disclosing details of relationship conflict with partner) | [23] Moreno et al. (2012) [24] Settani & Marengo (2015) [12] Forest & Wood (2012) | Low mood/depression Self-esteem |
Intrusive Facebook use | Use of Facebook resulting in interruption to daily activities (e.g. use of Facebook impacting academic studies) | [13] Koc & Gulyagci (2013) [25] Blachnio et al. (2015) [26] Malik & Khan (2015) [18] Blachnio et al. (2016) | Low mood/depression Self-esteem |