| dc.description.abstract | Facebook has emerged as a leading social media platform globally, with billions of
users engaging in social interaction, information dissemination, and community building.
This research paper aims to explore the impact of Facebook on personal privacy and
emotional well-being, with a focus on Sri Lanka as a case study. Despite its popularity,
Facebook raises concerns regarding invasion of personal space and privacy, cyberbullying,
exposure to harmful content, and social comparison, which can contribute to negative
psychological outcomes such as depressive symptoms, psychological distress, and anxiety.
This study adopts a literature survey methodology, conducting a comprehensive search
using predefined search terms on Google Scholar. The findings reveal that Facebook
intrusion, characterized by excessive involvement and disruptive behaviours, is associated
with addictive symptoms and emotional attachment. Various factors, including fear of
missing out, narcissism, self-esteem, satisfaction with life, moral norms, and depression,
have been identified as predictors of Facebook intrusion. Negative effects of Facebook
intrusion include sleep problems, social isolation, reduced goal-oriented behaviour, and
impaired emotional functioning. However, the relationship between Facebook intrusion
and mental well-being is complex, with some studies reporting positive associations
with life satisfaction. Additionally, Facebook intrusion has implications for interpersonal
relationships, contributing to relationship dissatisfaction and jealousy. The study ad-
vances the deeper understanding of the advantages and drawbacks inherent in social
media platforms like Facebook, thereby supporting endeavours aimed at optimizing user
interactions while mitigating potential negative effects | en_US |
