Dampak Penggunaan Tiktok Terhadap Gaya Hidup Mahasiswa Muslim: Studi Penggunaan Media Sosial Tiktok Pada Mahasiswa Program Studi Akhwal Asy-Syakhsiyyah Universitas Muhammadiyah Kupang

Abstract

The rapid development of technology and information, particularly through social media platforms like TikTok, has significantly influenced various aspects of life, including the lifestyle of Muslim students in the Akhwal Asy-Syakhsiyyah Study Program at Universitas Muhammadiyah Kupang. This study aims to analyze the impact of TikTok usage on the lifestyle of Muslim students, with the hope of providing valuable insights for users, educational institutions, and society in optimizing the benefits of social media while minimizing its negative effects. This research employs a qualitative field-based approach with a phenomenological framework, aiming to understand the experiences of Muslim students at Universitas Muhammadiyah Kupang in using TikTok and its impact on their lifestyles through verbal descriptions of behaviors, perceptions, and motivations of the subjects. Data collection involves interviews and documentation, with data analysis encompassing reduction, display, verification, and conclusion. The findings indicate that TikTok usage has a significant impact on the lifestyle of Muslim students in the Akhwal Asy-Syakhsiyyah Study Program at Universitas Muhammadiyah Kupang, where TikTok serves as an educational and inspirational tool that reinforces religious values and allows students to express their creativity. However, on the other hand, TikTok usage can also lead to inefficient time allocation and exposure to negative content, making it essential for users to be prudent in managing their time and selecting content to maximize positive impacts and minimize negative ones.