Using the app can often be compared to drug addiction, scientists say.
Researchers from the University of Trinidad and Tobago have discovered that some users of the social network TikTok are experiencing addiction to this application. The Daily Mail writes about it.
It is noted that in most cases women become addicted.
The study included several hundred respondents – active users of TikTok. In total, one billion users are registered on the social network.
“Most people use this application without problems, but there is still a risk that spending too much time on this social network is causing addiction in some people. They may show inappropriate behavior. behavior, which can negatively affect their lives, ”the scientists said.
Thus, it was found that 6.4% of TikTok network users are at risk of becoming addicted to the application. And this addiction is comparable to drug addiction.
“We also found that there are some similarities in the process of getting used to Facebook and TikTok. But getting used to TikTok is stronger, and it also shows itself more clearly. It turns out that social network users can get used to one of the them more, and don’t experience problems when there is no access to others, ”the scientists added.
The researchers also named the obvious signs of addiction to TikTok. These include – nervousness, irritability, anxiety or an intense feeling of sadness when the user is denied access to the application.
“This is one of the few studies that discusses the impact of TikTok on people. But it is an important milestone, as the number of users of this social network is growing,” the experts conclude.
Recall that Musk announced his intention to pay for the social network Twitter for individual organizations and government agencies.
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Source: korrespondent
