Examining the relationships between internet addiction, loneliness, and life satisfaction among social workers: The case of Berlin State

In this thesis, the relationships between internet addiction, loneliness, and life satisfaction levels among social service workers in the State of Berlin, Germany, are examined. Additionally, how participants' demographic characteristics are associated with these concepts is analyzed within the study.The methodology of the research is based on the voluntary participation of 148 individuals and involves the statistical analysis of scales applied to them. The data collection tools used for the examination include the Internet Addiction Scale, UCLA Loneliness Scale, Life Satisfaction Scale, and Personal Information Form. The data analysis was conducted using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) Version 26.0.According to the research results, a positive relationship has been found between internet addiction and loneliness. Moreover, while there is a negative connection between loneliness and life satisfaction, no relationship was detected between internet addiction and life satisfaction.