The relationship between physical activity and social network site addiction among adolescents: the chain mediating role of anxiety and ego-depletion

This study clarifies the psychological mechanisms linking physical activity and social network site addiction in adolescents, identifying anxiety and ego-depletion as key mediators. The findings emphasize the need to target these factors for more effective interventions.

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BMC Psychology
Published
2025-05-06
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1186/s40359-025-02785-y
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26
Primary Topic
Impact of Technology on Adolescents
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The relationship between physical activity and social network site addiction among adolescents: the chain mediating role of anxiety and ego-depletion

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BMC Psychology
Impact of Technology on Adolescents
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The relationship between physical activity and social network site addiction among adolescents: the chain mediating role of anxiety and ego-depletion

Ting Xiao, Yang Liu, Zhenming Guo, Jiale Wang, Zhenxiu Yi
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Abstract

This study clarifies the psychological mechanisms linking physical activity and social network site addiction in adolescents, identifying anxiety and ego-depletion as key mediators. The findings emphasize the need to target these factors for more effective interventions.

BMC PsychologyVol. 13(1)
Jishou University (CN), Chengdu Sport University (CN)
Openalex Percentile: Top 0%
Impact of Technology on Adolescents
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