Social Media, Academic Performance and Achievement Emotion – A Review Study

Abstract

This study explores the intricate and multifaceted relationships between social media use, academic performance, and achievement emotions among students, with the ultimate goal of gaining a deeper, more nuanced understanding of how these variables interact and influence one another. Recent concerns have been raised regarding the potential effects of social media on students’ academic outcomes and emotional experiences, sparking an urgent need for research that can uncover the nature and extent of these impacts. Social media has become an integral part of students’ daily lives, and while it offers numerous benefits, such as fostering social connections and providing access to vast amounts of information, its effects on academic performance and emotional well-being remain a topic of ongoing debate. There is growing interest in identifying evidence-based strategies that can promote healthy social media usage, improve academic performance, and support the emotional well-being of students. To achieve this, a comprehensive approach is employed, combining quantitative surveys to measure the extent of social media use and its correlation with academic success, alongside in-depth qualitative interviews to delve into the emotional experiences and cognitive processes that shape these relationships. Both the numerical data and personal insights are examined to provide a holistic understanding of how social media influences students’ emotions and academic achievements. Ultimately, the findings will contribute to the development of targeted interventions and policies designed to foster healthier digital habits, enhance educational outcomes, and support emotional resilience among students. The complex emotional and cognitive mechanisms that underlie the interactions between social media use, academic performance, and achievement emotions are aimed to be shed light on, providing valuable insights that could inform future educational practices and mental health strategies.