The use of social media among high school students and its relationship with the perception of loneliness: A pilot study.

Background: Physical, psychological, and social impairments are becoming more common in the world due to internet use and excessive use.

Purpose: This study was conducted to determine the relationship between social media addiction (SMA) and the perception of loneliness in the high school period when peer influence is important.

Methodology: This cross-sectional study was conducted with a total of 988 students studying at four high schools in Ankara, the capital city of Turkey, in the fall semester of 2019-2020.