The effect of teachers' social media use, marital adjustment, and work stress on their quality of life: A comprehensive study

YAMAN S.

Acta Psychologica, vol.260, 2025 (SSCI) identifier identifier

  • Publication Type: Article / Article
  • Volume: 260
  • Publication Date: 2025
  • Doi Number: 10.1016/j.actpsy.2025.105677
  • Journal Name: Acta Psychologica
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  • Keywords: Job-related stress, Marital adjustment, Quality of life, Social media usage, Teacher well-being
  • Yozgat Bozok University Affiliated: Yes

Abstract

Teachers' well-being significantly impacts educational quality and student outcomes, but its determinants remain underexplored. This study aims to evaluate the impact of social media use, marital adjustment, and work-related stress on teachers' quality of life. A cross-sectional study was conducted, collecting data from 463 teachers in Konya, Turkey, between June and October 2023, using the Personal Wellbeing Index-Adult (PWI-A), Social Media Usage Scale (SMUS), Marital Adjustment Test (MAT), and Swedish Demand-Control-Support Questionnaire (DCSQ). Statistical analyses included independent sample t-tests, ANOVA, and multivariate linear regression. Results indicate that higher marital adjustment and older age are associated with better well-being, while increased work stress, absenteeism, and weekly instruction hours are linked to lower well-being. Social media usage showed no significant effect. To enhance teachers' quality of life, schools and policymakers should prioritize reducing work stress and promoting work-life balance.