Attachment-Informed Strategies for Addressing Social Media Addiction in Kuwait

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Author(s): Eiman Tamah Al-Shammari (Department of Information Science, College of life Sciences, Kuwait University, Kuwait)
Copyright: 2025
Volume: 21
Issue: 1
Pages: 25
Source title: International Journal of Technology and Human Interaction (IJTHI)
Editor(s)-in-Chief: Anabela Mesquita (ISCAP/IPP and Algoritmi Centre, University of Minho, Portugal)and Chia-Wen Tsai (Ming Chuan University, Taiwan)
DOI: 10.4018/IJTHI.368254

Keywords: Human Aspects of Technology / Information Science Reference / Social Sciences & Humanities

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Abstract

This study examines the influence of attachment styles—secure, anxious, avoidant, fearful-avoidant, and unclassified—on social media addiction in Kuwait, emphasizing the need for culturally relevant interventions. Using data from 4,419 participants, it identifies distinct patterns: anxious attached individuals use social media for emotional validation, while avoidant attached users limit interactions to preserve autonomy. The research integrates ethical considerations, such as data privacy and cultural alignment, to propose tailored strategies for educators, mental health professionals, and policymakers. This study merges psychological theory and practical solutions to address social media addiction in non-Western contexts, promoting digital well-being.

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