Use of Social Media and Learners Well-Being

Elvie P. Gajo

doi:10.36948/ijfmr.2026.v08i02.67592

Use of Social Media and Learners Well-Being

Author(s)	Elvie P. Gajo
Country	Philippines
Abstract	This study examined the relationship between social media use and learners’ well-being in the Schools District of Dumangas II during the academic year 2025–2026. Specifically, it sought to determine the extent of learners’ social media use and how it influences their emotional, social, and academic well-being. The respondents included 172 learners selected through purposive sampling, all of whom were active users of various social media platforms. Data were gathered using a validated questionnaire that measured patterns of social media use in terms of frequency, duration, and type of engagement, as well as indicators of learners’ well-being such as emotional stability, social interaction, and academic focus. Descriptive statistics, including mean and standard deviation, were used to describe the levels of social media use and well-being, while Pearson Product-Moment Correlation was applied to determine the relationship between the variables. The findings revealed that learners demonstrated high levels of social media use, with many spending a significant amount of time on multiple platforms each day. While learners’ overall well-being was generally moderate to high, frequent and prolonged social media use showed a negative relationship with emotional well-being, particularly in managing stress and maintaining focus. Social and academic well-being, however, appeared to be less affected. The study concludes that although social media offers opportunities for communication and learning support, excessive use may pose challenges to learners’ emotional health. The learners practice responsible and balanced social media use, while teachers, school administrators, and parents provide consistent guidance and support to promote healthy digital habits. Future studies may focus on interventions that enhance the positive effects of social media while reducing its potential negative impact on learners’ well-being.
Keywords	Social Media, Learners’ Well-Being, Emotional Health, Academic Performance, Digital Engagement, Responsible Use
Field	Sociology > Education
Published In	Volume 8, Issue 2, March-April 2026
Published On	2026-03-03
DOI	https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2026.v08i02.67592

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