Utility

M

SD

Mdn

Maintaining social connections

3.46a

0.87

4

Providing entertainment

3.28a

1.02

4

Passing the time

3.18a

1.00

4

Seeking information

2.74b

1.14

3

Reducing loneliness

2.62b

1.20

3

Providing others with emotional support

2.59b

1.03

3

Receiving emotional support

2.24c

1.19

2

Archiving experiences or storing memories

2.13c

1.46

2

Coping with stress

1.97c

1.32

2