Effects of Social Media on Cognitive Flexibility and Patterns of Sleep Quality

Abstract

The widespread adoption and prevalence of social media platforms have created concerns regarding its effect on an individual’s mental and psychological health. The objective of this study is to analyse social media interactions and its impact on sleep quality and cognitive flexibility in young adults. Through Social Media Use Scale (SMUS), Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI), and Cognitive Flexibility Questionnaire (CFQ), data were collected from [sample size] participants to ascertain the effects of social media use on sleep and cognitive flexibility. Findings of the research demonstrate that higher levels of social media usage are directly associated with a decline in sleep quality and subsequently, less cognitive flexibility. There is a clear need for improvement in the usage of social media to facilitate better cognitive functioning. Strategies aimed at rehabilitating social media habits using mental health frameworks were discussed alongside suggestive intervention for future research.