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Filipino youths are among the most active social media users globally, spending an average of over three and a half hours daily on platforms like Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter. While these digital spaces offer avenues for connection, they also contribute to the loneliness epidemic. Spending excessive time online can lead to social media addiction, reinforce feelings of inadequacy, and sometimes expose users to cyberbullying—all factors that compound loneliness.