A new study published in BMC Psychology sheds light on the psychological dynamics of TikTok overuse, revealing how personality traits and depressive tendencies intertwine, potentially leading to what has been termed TikTok Use Disorder (TTUD). The study found that individuals with higher levels of negative emotions and lower self-discipline are more likely to develop an unhealthy dependence on TikTok, with this relationship significantly influenced by depressive symptoms. TikTok, a social media platform operated by ByteDance, has rapidly ascended to global prominence, distinguished by its shor…