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Attachment-Informed Strategies for Addressing Social Media Addiction in Kuwait

Eiman Tamah Al-Shammari

International Journal of Technology and Human Interaction2025https://doi.org/10.4018/ijthi.368254article
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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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@article{eiman2025,
  title        = {{Attachment-Informed Strategies for Addressing Social Media Addiction in Kuwait}},
  author       = {Eiman Tamah Al-Shammari},
  journal      = {International Journal of Technology and Human Interaction},
  year         = {2025},
  doi          = {https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.4018/ijthi.368254},
}

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0.37

Balanced mode · F 0.40 / M 0.15 / V 0.05 / R 0.40

F · citation impact0.16 × 0.4 = 0.06
M · momentum0.53 × 0.15 = 0.08
V · venue signal0.50 × 0.05 = 0.03
R · text relevance †0.50 × 0.4 = 0.20

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