Addiction of Social Media Impact on Mental Health of Student

Abstract This study investigates the intersection of cyber psychology and online behaviour among students, focusing on the impact of social media usage on academic performance, sleep, and mental health. Using a dataset of 400+ students from diverse countries, variables such as average daily usage hours, addiction scores, mental health scores, and platform preferences were analyzed. Statistical techniques including correlation and regression were applied to explore relationships between online behaviour and psychological outcomes. Preliminary findings indicate that higher daily usage and addiction scores are strongly associated with reduced sleep hours and lower mental health scores. Students reporting excessive use of platforms such as Instagram and TikTok also experienced more academic performance issues and interpersonal conflicts compared to those using professional platforms like LinkedIn. Cross-cultural differences were observed, with variations in addiction levels and platform preferences across regions. The study highlights the significant role of online behaviour in shaping psychological well-being and academic outcomes. These insights contribute to the growing field of cyber psychology by emphasizing the need for balanced digital engagement and targeted interventions to mitigate the adverse effects of social media addiction.