Curr Opin Psychol June 2022 PMID 35085935

Self-regulation as a key boundary condition in the relationship between social media use and well-being.

Leonard Reinecke, Alicia Gilbert, Allison Eden

Mentions

11
Peak: 5 in May 2025
across 2 sources since Jan 2022

Extended reach

188,895
potential audience

Total likes

5,291

Video views

180,177

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Jan 2022 – Aug 2025

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AI synopsis

What people are saying

The overall discussion reflects appreciation for the article's focus on self-regulation as a key factor, with posts describing it as a 'fine contribution' and noting its role in predicting healthy social media use. The tone is positive and supportive, indicating recognition of its relevance, though the discussions remain somewhat surface-level without extensive critical analysis.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most posts acknowledge the importance of self-regulation in social media's impact on well-being, showing general support for the article's premise.

InterestModerate interest

Discussions suggest a moderate level of curiosity, with posts highlighting the article's relevance but not delving deeply into detailed critiques.

EngagementModerate engagement

Posts briefly comment on the publication, expressing approval and recognizing its contribution, indicating a basic but attentive engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

Acknowledgment of the article's significance suggests that the discussion perceives it as an important contribution to understanding social media and well-being.

Abstract in brief

  • The article explores how selfregulation and selfcontrol are crucial in determining whether social media use positively or negatively impacts psychological wellbeing.
  • Well-regulated social media use can enhance wellbeing by improving mood, managing emotions, and satisfying intrinsic needs, while poor regulation may lead to distractions and conflicts that harm mental health.
  • Factors affecting selfregulation include social media features, social interactions, and individual traits like habits and mindfulness, which influence how successfully users can control their social media use.]

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Patti Valkenburg
@pmvalkenburg · X

Just in press! A fine contribution to our special issue: Self-Regulation as a key boundary condition in the relationship between social media use and well-being by @LeonardReinecke @aliciaxgilbert and @allison_eden https://t.co/HLvINKLFWM

Jan 3, 2022 · 24 likes · 3 shares · 2,232 followers View post →
Jeff Greene isn't really here anymore.
@JeffGreeneLearn · X

Really nice, brief review by @LeonardReinecke et al on how self-regulation & self-control can be important predictors of healthy v. unhealthy use of social media. (Yes, social media can support well-being when used thoughtfully.) Good ?s for future work. https://t.co/MCOmmZSqn7

Jun 17, 2022 · 5 likes · 3,654 followers View post →
Benjamin Johnson
@bkj_comm · X

RT @pmvalkenburg: Just in press! A fine contribution to our special issue: Self-Regulation as a key boundary condition in the relationship…

Jan 3, 2022 · 3 shares · 1,740 followers View post →
Meghan Sanders
@msand37 · X

RT @pmvalkenburg: Just in press! A fine contribution to our special issue: Self-Regulation as a key boundary condition in the relationship…

Jan 5, 2022 · 3 shares · 1,076 followers View post →

All mentions

Jeff Greene isn't really here anymore.
@JeffGreeneLearn · X

Really nice, brief review by @LeonardReinecke et al on how self-regulation & self-control can be important predictors of healthy v. unhealthy use of social media. (Yes, social media can support well-being when used thoughtfully.) Good ?s for future work. https://t.co/MCOmmZSqn7

Jun 17, 2022 · 5 likes · 3,654 followers View post →
Meghan Sanders
@msand37 · X

RT @pmvalkenburg: Just in press! A fine contribution to our special issue: Self-Regulation as a key boundary condition in the relationship…

Jan 5, 2022 · 3 shares · 1,076 followers View post →
Benjamin Johnson
@bkj_comm · X

RT @pmvalkenburg: Just in press! A fine contribution to our special issue: Self-Regulation as a key boundary condition in the relationship…

Jan 3, 2022 · 3 shares · 1,740 followers View post →
Patti Valkenburg
@pmvalkenburg · X

Just in press! A fine contribution to our special issue: Self-Regulation as a key boundary condition in the relationship between social media use and well-being by @LeonardReinecke @aliciaxgilbert and @allison_eden https://t.co/HLvINKLFWM

Jan 3, 2022 · 24 likes · 3 shares · 2,232 followers View post →