Reliability and validity of the problematic TikTok Use Scale among the general population

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

This study aims to provide a scale for measuring problematic TikTok use levels by adapting items from the Instagram Addiction Scale.

Methods

The 372 participants were determined by a convenience sampling method, and data were collected through Google online forms. Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA) and Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA) were performed for construct validity and criterion-related validity analysis. Criterion-related validity for the Problematic TikTok Use Scale (PTTUS) was tested using correlation analysis between the Bergen Social Media Addiction Scale and Social Media Use Disorder Scale.

Results

EFA indicated that a three-factor structure should be formed. The first factor is the sub-dimension of obsession and consists of 4 items, th

SUBMITTER: Gunlu A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10086164 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature