Social media addiction (SMA) has become a significant concern affecting students in higher education institutions, with both positive and negative implications. As a result, scholars and practitioners have directed their attention to examining its impact on academic performance. However, existing research in this area has largely relied on non-visualized approaches, potentially limiting their ability to holistically understand the development of this complex phenomenon. To bridge this gap, our study adopts visualized bibliometrics to offer comprehensive insights into the relationship between SMA and students' academic performance, as reflected in research journals. Utilizing the R package bibliometric and VOSviewer application, we analyze the distribution of publications on SMA and academic performance, average annual citation rates, the most productive countries in this field, and the top globally cited documents and journal article sources per year. Our findings emphasize the importance of prioritizing SMA control to mitigate its adverse impact on students' educational achievements.
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