Causal–correlational study reveals life satisfaction does not predict phubbing in college students, suggesting other psychological factors are involved.
Key Points
Life satisfaction does not significantly predict phubbing behaviors in college students, indicating other factors may be at play.
The study involved 200 Indonesian college students aged 18–25, using the Satisfaction with Life Scale and Phubbing Scale for assessment.
This research utilized a quantitative approach with a causal–correlational design, highlighting key psychological influences on digital behavior.
Findings suggest a need for further exploration of factors like loneliness and flow, which may contribute more greatly to phubbing behaviors.