1
I often think about social media when I am not using them.
2
I often use social media for no particular reason.
3
Arguments have arisen with others because of my use of social media.
4
I interrupt whatever else I am doing when I feel the need to access social media.
5
I feel connected to others when I use social media.
6
I lose track of how much I am using social media.
7
The thought of not being able to access social media makes me feel distressed.
8
I have been unable to reduce my use of social media.
Source: Hawi, N. S., & Samaha, M. (2017). The relations among social media addiction, self-esteem, and life satisfaction in university students. Social Science Computer Review, 35(5), 576-586
