scholarly journals Mediation Effect of Suicide-Related Social Media Use Behaviors on the Association Between Suicidal Ideation and Suicide Attempt: Cross-Sectional Questionnaire Study

10.2196/14940 ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 22 (4) ◽  
pp. e14940
Author(s):  
Xingyun Liu ◽  
Jiasheng Huang ◽  
Nancy Xiaonan Yu ◽  
Qing Li ◽  
Tingshao Zhu
Keyword(s):  
Social Media ◽  
Suicidal Ideation ◽  
Suicide Attempt ◽  
Social Cognitive Theory ◽  
Social Cognitive ◽  
Cognitive Theory ◽  
Suicide Attempts ◽  
Media Use ◽  
Social Media Use ◽  
Suicide Attempters

Background A limited number of studies have examined the differences in suicide-related social media use behaviors between suicide ideators and suicide attempters or have sought to elucidate how these social media usage behaviors contributed to the transition from suicidal ideation to suicide attempt. Objective Suicide attempts can be acquired through suicide-related social media use behaviors. This study aimed to propose 3 suicide-related social media use behaviors (ie, attending to suicide information, commenting on or reposting suicide information, or talking about suicide) based on social cognitive theory, which proposes that successive processes governing behavior transition include attentional, retention, production, and motivational processes. Methods We aimed to examine the mediating role of suicide-related social media use behaviors in Chinese social media users with suicidal risks. A sample of 569 Chinese social media users with suicidal ideation completed measures on suicidal ideation, suicide attempt, and suicide-related social media use behaviors. Results The results demonstrated that suicide attempters showed a significantly higher level of suicidal ideation (t563.64=5.04; P<.001; two-tailed) and more suicide-related social media use behaviors, which included attending to suicide information (t567=1.94; P=.05; two-tailed), commenting on or reposting suicide information (t567=2.12; P=.03; two-tailed), or talking about suicide (t542.22=5.12; P<.001; two-tailed). Suicidal ideation also affected suicide attempts through the mediational chains. Conclusions Our findings thus support the social cognitive theory, and there are implications for population-based suicide prevention that can be achieved by identifying behavioral signals.

scholarly journals Social Media Use and Self-Injurious Thoughts and Behaviors: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jacqueline Nesi ◽  
Taylor A. Burke ◽  
Alexandra Bettis ◽  
Anastacia Kudinova ◽  
Elizabeth C. Thompson ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Social Media ◽  
Suicidal Ideation ◽  
Suicide Attempts ◽  
Media Use ◽  
Meta Analysis ◽  
Medium Effect ◽  
Social Media Use ◽  
Quantitative Synthesis ◽  
And Behaviors

Despite considerable public and scholarly debate about the role of social media in self-injurious thoughts and behaviors (SITBs), no comprehensive, quantitative synthesis of this literature has previously been undertaken. The current systematic review and meta-analysis examines associations between social media use and SITBs, including suicidal ideation, suicide plans, suicide attempts, and nonsuicidal self-injury (NSSI). A range of social media behaviors and experiences were identified, including cybervictimization and perpetration, exposure to and generation of SITB-related content, problematic or addictive use, sexting, social media importance, and frequency of use. A systematic search of PsycINFO, Medline, CINAHL, and the references of prior reviews yielded 61 eligible studies. Results largely suggested medium effect sizes for associations between the social media constructs and SITBs examined. The majority of studies identified focused on cybervictimization, and results suggested stronger positive associations between cybervictimization and suicidal ideation and attempts for adolescents compared to adults. No evidence emerged for associations between frequency of social media use and SITBs; however, studies on this topic were limited. Overall, findings highlight the utility of examining specific social media behaviors and experiences, and point to the need for more research in this area.

Media Use and Men’s Approval of Intimate Partner Violence in Honduras

2021 ◽  
pp. 088626052199392
Author(s):  
Selina Forsyth ◽  
Kaitlin P. Ward
Keyword(s):  
Intimate Partner Violence ◽  
Social Cognitive Theory ◽  
Partner Violence ◽  
Social Cognitive ◽  
Cognitive Theory ◽  
Media Use ◽  
Intimate Partner ◽  
Final Sample ◽  
Television Use ◽  
Social Observation

Intimate partner violence (IPV) is a widespread issue that affects millions of individuals each year. Prior research suggests that IPV approval is associated with an increased likelihood of IPV perpetration. However, scant research has examined predictors of IPV approval, and even less has examined the predictors of IPV approval in Latin America. Social cognitive theory describes the acquisition of ideas, values, attitudes, and behaviors through social observation, including through media. This study uses social cognitive theory to examine the effects of media use on men’s approval of IPV in Honduras, while controlling for demographic variables and IPV risk factors. We hypothesized that greater engagement with media (via television, radio, and newspapers or magazines) would be associated with decreases in the approval of IPV. Using ordinal logistic regression, we analyzed data from the Men’s Survey Module of the 2011–2012 Honduras Demographic and Health Survey. The final sample included 4,760 currently partnered men. Results suggest that listening to the radio one or more times per week was associated with greater IPV approval, while newspaper/magazine and television use were not significantly associated with IPV approval. Education, marital status, increased age at first cohabitation, and having a female partner or someone else making decisions about earnings were all protective against IPV approval. Further investigation into the content of Honduran radio and other media is called for in order to inform interventions to reduce acceptance of IPV.

Understanding social media discontinuance from social cognitive perspective: Evidence from Facebook users

2020 ◽  
pp. 016555152096868
Author(s):  
Shaoxiong Fu ◽  
Hongxiu Li
Keyword(s):  
Social Media ◽  
Social Network ◽  
Environmental Factors ◽  
Social Cognitive Theory ◽  
Social Cognitive ◽  
Cognitive Theory ◽  
Information Overload ◽  
Research Model ◽  
Cognitive Perspective ◽  
Research Framework

Based on social cognitive theory, this study proposes a research framework to investigate two different social media discontinuance behaviours: reduced usage and abandoned usage. Specifically, perceived technology overload, information overload and social overload are the environmental factors that induce negative personal states, including dissatisfaction and social media fatigue, which lead to negative behavioural changes, such as reduced usage and abandoned usage of social media. The proposed research model was tested empirically with data collected among Facebook users. The research results indicate that impacts from perceived technology overload, information overload and social overload on social network fatigue and dissatisfaction vary. Dissatisfaction exerts greater impacts on abandoned-usage behaviour than social media fatigue, but similar impacts on reduced-usage behaviour as social media fatigue. In addition, reduced-usage behaviour was found to lead to abandoned-usage behaviour. Finally, we discuss the theoretical and practical contributions that can be gleaned from the proposed research model.

Exploring influential social cognitive determinants of social media use

2014 ◽  
Vol 36 ◽  
pp. 48-55 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hyoungkoo Khang ◽  
Eun-Kyoung Han ◽  
Eyun-Jung Ki
Keyword(s):  
Social Media ◽  
Social Cognitive ◽  
Media Use ◽  
Social Media Use ◽  
Cognitive Determinants

Crafting Virtual Community of Indigenous Entrepreneurs: Case in Social Entrepreneurship

2021 ◽  
pp. 227797792199191
Author(s):  
Leena B. Dam ◽  
Deepa Pillai
Keyword(s):  
Social Media ◽  
Social Cognitive Theory ◽  
Social Entrepreneurship ◽  
First Generation ◽  
Social Cognitive ◽  
Cognitive Theory ◽  
Virtual Community ◽  
Social Entrepreneur ◽  
The Social ◽  
Indigenous Entrepreneurs

Facebook has voyaged a significant distance since its launch in 2004 as a web-based social media connector.* What initially started off as a way to socially associate people at an individual level has in its journey become a platform for doing business easily. It is currently a huge ring to associate and network across the globe. Sonia Konjeti Agarwal has weaved a comparable success story utilizing Facebook. Her story, like that of Facebook, started with a motive to socially connect people of a geographical area. She created a Facebook group for women in Pune and christened it PULA (Pune Ladies Association), which has now become a vibrant business platform. Research Questions: i. Social entrepreneurs are change agents. In the context of social entrepreneurship which is most important: initiation of an idea, transmission of idea or creating a sustainable impact? ii. Social media is a powerful tool for networking. How did PULA strategically leverage social media for real time interactions and entrepreneurial ventures? Link to Theory: This case draws linkage to Social Cognitive Theory. Social Cognitive theory depicts bidirectional character of causation where behavior, cognitive, emotional factors and environment persistently and jointly persuade each other. Role of the protagonist in creating an exciting platform for indigenous entrepreneurs through the path of social entrepreneurship is linked here. Phenomenon Studied: Social entrepreneurship is a promising field with diverse interpretations. As a social entrepreneur, Sonia’s efforts are directed towards strengthening the identity of indigenous entrepreneurs. She initiated small venture creations within social network. Growth of indigenous entrepreneurs ignites self dependency and magnetizes new investments. Success of the virtual community to hone entrepreneurial skills is studied.  Case context - As a social entrepreneur, the protagonist used Facebook to create virtual community of indigenous (women) entrepreneurs. PULA enhanced visibility, reach, network and prominence of indigenous entrepreneurs at low cost. Opportunity to interact with buyers directly expanded vendor registration in the group. It also created level playing field for first generation entrepreneurs. Findings: This case depicts pragmatism of the social entrepreneur. PULA unified the virtual community and resources fostering entrepreneurship. This virtual community signifies uniqueness of domain, novel practices and policies. PULA was initially constituted for social networking. Gradually members discovered business opportunities. Efficacy of social media for virtual engagement and small venture creation resulted in financial independence for women. Status of women transitioned to indigenous entrepreneur from homemaker. Growth of indigenous entrepreneurs being contagious, a wave of first generation entrepreneurs was born. Discussions: PULA encouraged individuals hitherto in the veil of self imposed life situations to become entrepreneurs. Sonia was zealous about empowering women, to create opportunities for them to succeed and advance in lives. As a social influencer her actions are directed towards social well being. Her primary objective is to leverage the trust shown by two hundred forty-five thousand plus members and six thousand five hundred plus verified sellers. Non existence of tangible and quantifiable metrics for measuring the performance of the social entrepreneur creates a challenge. Sonia is exploring new social media engagement strategies for creating a sustainable virtual community.

scholarly journals E-health Intervention Based on the Social Cognitive Theory to Improve Vegetables and Fruit Consumption in Working Adults: Study Protocol

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (Supplement_2) ◽  
pp. 961-961
Author(s):  
Nayeli Badillo Camacho ◽  
Norma Patricia Rodríguez Rocha ◽  
María Fernanda Bernal Orozco ◽  
Martha Betzaida Altamirano Martínez ◽  
Gabriela Macedo Ojeda
Keyword(s):  
Social Media ◽  
Social Cognitive Theory ◽  
Social Cognitive ◽  
Cognitive Theory ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Health Intervention ◽  
Fruit Intake ◽  
Fruit Consumption ◽  
Working Adults ◽  
The Social

Abstract Objectives To describe an e-Health intervention to improve vegetables and fruit intake among working Mexican adults, based on the Social Cognitive Theory. Methods We developed an e-Health intervention “neoser”, based on the Social Cognitive Theory and on results of a previous formative research conducted in a group of working adults. The main purpose of “neoser” is to increase vegetables and fruits intake (200 g per day, each). This study is a quasi-experimental pre-post single group. The participants recruitment will be carried out through e-posters by email and social media (Facebook and Instagram). Based on the literature, we consider a minimum sample size of 55 participants. “neoser” consists of 12 weekly sessions (nine educational sessions and three workshops) applying nine behavior change techniques targeting the constructs of the SCT. Strategies include support groups, reinforcement activities, a recipe book, and a handbook with activities and extra information to reinforce acquired knowledge and skills. “neoser” will be implemented through social media (Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp), Zoom sessions, website and YouTube channel. The sessions will last 45 minutes with 20 participants, maximum, per session. Participants will complete online questionnaires to evaluate knowledge and constructs of the SCT, and 3-day dietary records; anthropometric measured and biochemical assessments will be obtained at baseline and at the end of the intervention. The main results are the vegetables and fruit intake, constructs of the SCT and knowledge. The secondary results are weight, height, waist and hip circumference, body water and fat, muscle mass and biochemical analyzes (lipids profile and blood glucose). The comparison of the results will be performed using t-test, chi-square, confidence intervals and analysis of variance), with a significance level of P &lt; 0.05. Results Not apply Conclusions This intervention could contribute to the adoption and maintenance of vegetables and fruit consumption in Mexican workers and promote the use of e-Health interventions as global well-being digital strategies. Funding Sources Postgraduate Incorporation and Permanence Program of the National Program of Postgraduate Quality (PROINPEP) from Universidad de Guadalajara

scholarly journals Mobile Users’ Self-Disclosure Behaviour on WeChat: Application of Social Cognitive Theory

2020 ◽  
Vol 2020 ◽  
pp. 1-13
Author(s):  
Liang Ma ◽  
Xiaoyan Ding ◽  
Xin Zhang ◽  
Ge Zhang
Keyword(s):  
Social Media ◽  
Social Cognitive Theory ◽  
Social Cognitive ◽  
Cognitive Theory ◽  
Instant Messaging ◽  
Mobile Users ◽  
Individual Factors ◽  
Self Disclosure ◽  
Environment Factors ◽  
Starting Point

One of the most challenging issues confronting social media operators is how to increase users’ activity and self-disclosure behaviour. However, more and more users are lowering their disclosures on social media, such as WeChat in China. Using social cognitive theory as a starting point while utilizing mobile instant messaging software WeChat as an example, this paper studies the dynamics that influence users’ self-disclosure behaviour on WeChat from two aspects: individual factors and environment factors. A structural equation model is used to verify a conceptual model. The results show that, firstly, mobile users’ self-disclosure behaviour on WeChat can be affected by both individual factors and environment factors. Specifically, individual factors, such as privacy concerns, negatively affect users’ self-disclosure behaviour, while environmental factors, such as social influences, positively affect users’ self-disclosure behaviour. More importantly, the research points to significant differences in self-disclosure behaviour between mobile users of different genders and ages. As such, the conclusions of this paper should provide key information for optimized operation of WeChat and other mobile information systems.

scholarly journals The Differential Effects of Social Media on Depressive Symptoms and Suicidal Ideation Among the Younger and Older Adult Population in Hong Kong During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Population-Based Cross-sectional Survey Study (Preprint)

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Xue Yang ◽  
Benjamin H K Yip ◽  
Arthur D P Mak ◽  
Dexing Zhang ◽  
Eric K P Lee ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Social Media ◽  
Depressive Symptoms ◽  
Suicidal Ideation ◽  
Older People ◽  
Media Use ◽  
Population Based ◽  
Ptsd Symptoms ◽  
Social Media Use ◽  
Fit Index ◽  
Social Loneliness

BACKGROUND Social media has become a ubiquitous part of daily life during the COVID-19 pandemic isolation. However, the role of social media use in depression and suicidal ideation of the general public remains unclear. Related empirical studies were limited and reported inconsistent findings. Little is known about the potential underlying mechanisms that may illustrate the relationship between social media use and depression and suicidal ideation during the COVID-19 pandemic. OBJECTIVE This study tested the mediation effects of social loneliness and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms on the relationship between social media use and depressive symptoms and suicidal ideation, as well as the moderation effect of age on the mediation models. METHODS We administered a population-based random telephone survey in May and June 2020, when infection control measures were being vigorously implemented in Hong Kong. A total of 1070 adults (658 social media users and 412 nonusers) completed the survey. Structural equation modeling (SEM) and multigroup SEM were conducted to test the mediation and moderation effects. RESULTS The weighted prevalence of probable depression was 11.6%; 1.6% had suicidal ideation in the past 2 weeks. Both moderated mediation models of depressive symptoms (<i>χ</i><sup>2</sup><sub>62</sub>=335.3; <i>P</i>&lt;.05; comparative fit index [CFI]=0.94; nonnormed fit index [NNFI]=0.92; root mean square error of approximation [RMSEA]=0.06) and suicidal ideation (<i>χ</i><sup>2</sup><sub>34</sub>=50.8; <i>P</i>&lt;.05; CFI=0.99; NNFI=0.99; RMSEA=0.02) showed acceptable model fit. There was a significantly negative direct effect of social media use on depressive symptoms among older people (β=–.07; <i>P</i>=.04) but not among younger people (β=.04; <i>P</i>=.55). The indirect effect via PTSD symptoms was significantly positive among both younger people (β=.09; <i>P</i>=.02) and older people (β=.10; <i>P</i>=.01). The indirect effect via social loneliness was significant among older people (β=–.01; <i>P</i>=.04) but not among younger people (β=.01; <i>P</i>=.31). The direct effect of social media use on suicidal ideation was not statistically significant in either age group (<i>P</i>&gt;.05). The indirect effects via PTSD symptoms were statistically significant among younger people (β=.02; <i>P</i>=.04) and older people (β=.03; <i>P</i>=.01). Social loneliness was not a significant mediator between social media use and suicidal ideation among either age group (<i>P</i>&gt;.05). CONCLUSIONS Social media may be a “double-edged sword” for psychosocial well-being during the COVID-19 pandemic, and its roles vary across age groups. The mediators identified in this study can be addressed by psychological interventions to prevent severe mental health problems during and after the COVID-19 pandemic.

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