As social media usage continues to shape interpersonal interactions and coping mechanisms among youths, understanding its influence on psychological resilience is important. Studies show that attitudes toward AI, a rapidly integrating technology in social media algorithms, may impact how students gain benefits from the use of online platforms. With this, the study examines the moderating role of attitudes toward artificial intelligence (AI) in the relationship between social media engagement and resilience. A correlational research design was employed with 300 student participants aged 18–24 recruited via purposive sampling in Metro Manila, Philippines. Data were collected using valid and reliable scales for social media engagement, resilience, and attitudes toward AI. Moderated regression analysis was performed to evaluate the proposed model. The results show that social media engagement and resilience are correlated, and this relationship varies depending on individuals’ attitudes toward AI. Specifically, attitudes toward AI appear to influence how effectively individuals gain resilience from their engagement with social media. Broadly, those who perceive AI positively may experience enhanced adaptive outcomes, while less favorable attitudes could present challenges in leveraging social media for resilience. These findings emphasize the importance of understanding psychological and technological factors in fostering resilience through social media. Implications for designing AI-integrated social platforms that promote mental health are discussed, along with recommendations for future research directions.

Authors:
Melvin Macuha, St. Paul University Manila, Philippines
Ajocrivipor Agojo, De La Salle University Manila, Philippines
Mary Marjiemae Lorenzo, De La Salle University Manila, Philippines
Jeemon Rey Bacaoco, Ateneo de Manila University, Philippines

About the Presenter(s)
Melvin Macuha, Chairperson of the Psychology Program in St. Paul University Manila, specializes in mental health and the psychology of religion. Currently, he is fostering international partnerships and research collaborations for academic growth.

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