The Impact of Social Comparison on MBTI Personality Types
Neha (MBA) Lovely Professional University
Shambhavi Kumari (MBA) Lovely Professional University
Mitanshi Kashyap (MBA) Lovely Professional University
Abstract—Social comparison plays a significant role in shaping an individual's self-perception, particularly in the context of personality traits such as introversion and extroversion. This study investigates whether introverts and extroverts differ in their responses to social comparison and examines how the frequency of comparing oneself to others on social media influences self-perception. Using statistical analyses, including an independent sample t-test and regression analysis, the study aimed to identify patterns in how individuals experience social comparison. The results revealed no statistically significant differences in the effects of social comparison between introverts and extroverts, indicating that other psychological or environmental factors may contribute more significantly to variations in self-perception. Additionally, the findings suggest that social media comparison may not be the sole determinant of an individual’s self-esteem or confidence levels. These insights emphasize the complexity of self-evaluation processes and the need for further research incorporating additional variables such as self-esteem, emotional resilience, and social context. Future studies should consider qualitative methodologies and longitudinal approaches to gain a deeper understanding of these dynamics. Furthermore, practical interventions, such as awareness campaigns promoting responsible social media use and self-esteem enhancement programs, could help individuals manage the potential negative effects of social comparison.
Keywords—Social Comparison, Personality Types, MBTI, Self-Perception, Social Media, Emotional Resilience
