ICPS
2021 APS Virtual Convention · 2021
Mindfulness As a Mediator in the Relationship between Social Media Engagement and Depression
- Amelia Jones
UMW Psychology Grad - Megan Hook
UMW Psychology Grad - Purnaja Podduturi
UMW Psychology Grad - Haley McKeen
UMW Psychology Grad - Emily Beitzell
UMW Psychology Grad - Miriam Liss
University of Mary Washington
Abstract
This study investigated the mediating role of mindfulness between social media engagement and depression in a sample of 273 18-24 year old social media users. The awareness and nonjudgement facets of mindfulness were found to be significant mediators of the relationship between social media engagement and depression.
Mindfulness and Meditation
