The Effect of Self-Concept on Idol Worship: A Chain Mediation Model
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Self-concept, Idol Worship, Mobile Phone Addiction, FOMOAbstract
This study investigates the relationship between self-concept and idol worship among Chinese college students, with a focus on the chain mediation roles of Fear of Missing Out (FOMO) and mobile phone addiction. A sample of 605 participants aged 17 to 30 years completed measures of self-concept, FOMO, mobile phone addiction, and idol worship. The results indicated a significant negative correlation between self-concept and idol worship, suggesting that a lower self-concept is a risk factor for idol worship. The study also revealed that mobile phone addiction plays a significant mediating role in the relationship between self-concept and idol worship. Furthermore, FOMO and mobile phone addiction act as chain mediators, influencing the extent of individual idol worship. The findings provide insights into the psychological mechanisms underlying idol worship and offer practical guidance for managing this phenomenon and fostering healthy personal development. The study contributes to the understanding of how self-concept influences idol worship through the dual mediating pathways of FOMO and mobile phone addiction.
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