Pengaruh Intensitas Pengguna Aplikasi Tiktok terhadap Kebahagiaan pada Remaja

Abstract

This study examines the impact of TikTok usage intensity on adolescent happiness in the digital era. As social media becomes deeply ingrained in youth culture, understanding its effect on emotional well-being is essential. A quantitative approach with correlational analysis was used, involving 384 adolescents aged 12-21 as respondents. Data was collected using the Oxford Happiness Questionnaire and a TikTok usage intensity scale. The findings reveal a significant positive correlation between TikTok usage intensity and adolescent happiness, with usage intensity contributing up to 45.6% of the happiness variance observed, while the remaining 54.4% is influenced by other factors. Most respondents fell into the moderate intensity category (88.54%), and 46.35% of participants were categorized as having high happiness levels. While moderate use of TikTok promotes relaxation and social interaction, excessive usage may lead to dependency, potentially compromising mental health. These results underscore the importance of balanced social media usage for positive emotional outcomes.