{"id":386,"date":"2025-12-05T03:18:49","date_gmt":"2025-12-05T03:18:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sites.wp.odu.edu\/jteasley28\/?p=386"},"modified":"2025-12-05T03:18:49","modified_gmt":"2025-12-05T03:18:49","slug":"journal-entry-9","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sites.wp.odu.edu\/jteasley28\/2025\/12\/05\/journal-entry-9\/","title":{"rendered":"Journal Entry #9"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Watch this Video: Social media and cybersecurityLinks to an external site.<\/a> <\/a>Complete the\u00a0Social Media Disorder scale<\/a>\u00a0Download Social Media Disorder scale<\/a>. or please find the attachment here:\u00a0Social Media Disorder Scale-1.pdf<\/a>Download Social Media Disorder Scale-1.pdf<\/a>. How did you score?\u00a0What do you think about the items in the scale?\u00a0Why do you think that different patterns are found across the world?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I scored a 5, which falls into the\u00a0\u201crisky usage\u201d<\/em>\u00a0category according to the Social Media Disorder Scale. This means my social media use isn\u2019t considered disordered, but it still shows some warning signs. For example, I sometimes use social media as a distraction or find myself spending more time online than I planned. I wouldn\u2019t say it\u2019s out of control, but it\u2019s definitely something I could manage better by setting limits and being more mindful of how often I check my phone. I think the items on the scale are very relevant and realistic because they reflect common behaviors that most social media users can relate to. Questions about lying, neglecting responsibilities, or using social media to escape emotions really made me think about the psychological side of technology use. The scale isn\u2019t just about time spent online; it\u2019s about\u00a0why<\/em>\u00a0we use social media and how it impacts our relationships, emotions, and daily habits. It encourages honest reflection on whether our digital habits are healthy or starting to take control.\u00a0Different social media patterns around the world are influenced by culture, technology access, and lifestyle. In some countries, people rely heavily on social media for communication and business, while in others, it\u2019s more for entertainment or self-expression. Cultural values also shape online behavior; some societies emphasize community and sharing, while others prioritize privacy. Economic factors and internet infrastructure also matter; places with higher internet access and smartphone use often see stronger patterns of social media dependence. All in all, global differences show how technology use is not just personal but deeply shaped by social and cultural contexts.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Watch this Video: Social media and cybersecurityLinks to an external site. Complete the\u00a0Social Media Disorder scale\u00a0Download Social Media Disorder scale. or please find the attachment here:\u00a0Social Media Disorder Scale-1.pdfDownload Social Media Disorder Scale-1.pdf. How did you score?\u00a0What do you think about the items in the scale?\u00a0Why do you think that different patterns are found across… <\/p>\n

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