Associations Between Behavioral Addictions and Mental Health Concerns During the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis

Current Addiction Reports, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 11(3), P. 565 - 587

Published: March 14, 2024

Abstract Purpose of Review The COVID-19 pandemic has promoted behavioral changes and elevated mental distress. Addictive behaviors often increased, generating health problems. present study’s primary aim was to investigate associations between different types addictions (including addictions, related conditions, phenomena) secondary aims were: (i) identify possible sources heterogeneity (ii) explore potential moderators in Recent Findings Using Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews Meta-Analyses (PRISMA), studies from the period December 2019 May 2023 were sought PubMed , Scopus ISI Web Knowledge Google Scholar its first ten pages. articles’ relevance screened evaluated. included papers’ quality assessed according Newcastle Ottawa Scale. Fisher’s Z scores computed magnitudes I 2 indices used estimate levels meta-analysis. Among 85 (N = 104,425 23 countries; mean age 24.22 years; 60.77% female), most internet-related phenomena (28 on social media, 25 internet, smartphone, 12 gaming). pooled estimation showed that higher internet use (regardless type) associated with more problems which type). Moderator analyses almost no variables affected founded associations. Summary Most focused behaviors, suggesting relationships specific during pandemic. Moreover, found systematic review meta-analysis comparable identified conducted before How help people reduce address concerns are important topics healthcare providers.

Language: Английский

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Determination of the cutoff point for Smartphone Application-Based Addiction Scale for adolescents: a latent profile analysis

BMC Psychiatry, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 23(1)

Published: Sept. 16, 2023

The Smartphone Application-Based Addiction Scale (SABAS) is a validated 6-item measurement tool for assessing problematic smartphone use (PSU). However, the absence of established cutoff points SABAS hinders its utilities. This study aimed to determine optimal point through latent profile analysis (LPA) and receiver operating characteristic curve (ROC) analyses among 63, 205. Chinese adolescents. Additionally, explored whether PSU screening with could effectively capture social media (PSMU) internet gaming disorder (IGD).We recruited 63,205. adolescents using cluster sampling. Validated questionnaires were used assess PSMU, IGD, mental health (depression, anxiety, sleep disturbances, well-being, resilience, externalizing internalizing problems).LPA identified 3-class model PSU, including low-risk users (38.6%, n = 24,388.), middle-risk (42.5%, 26,885.), high-risk (18.9%, 11,932.). High-risk regarded as "PSU cases" in ROC analysis, which demonstrated an cut-off 23 (sensitivity: 98.1%, specificity: 96.8%). According point, 21.1% (n 13,317.) PSU. displayed higher worse health. captured IGD 86.8%, 84.5%) PSMU 84.5%, 80.2%).A potential ideal threshold utilizing identify be (out 36). Employing holds reliably pinpoint both PSMU.

Language: Английский

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Factors associated with sleep disorders among university students in Jiangsu Province: a cross-sectional study

Frontiers in Psychiatry, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 15

Published: Feb. 23, 2024

Objective This study aims to establish the precise prevalence of sleep disorders among university students in Jiangsu Province. Utilizing a representative sample students, we measured their quality based on Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI). Our objective is quantitatively assess magnitude and identify key factors. By detailed analysis these relationships, our seeks provide actionable insights for development targeted interventions enhance within this population. Methods From October November 2022, conducted cross-sectional web-based survey Province, China. Using convenient cluster sampling each college, total 8457 participants were selected. The PSQI was applied students. Data collected included sociodemographic details, scores from Mobile Phone Dependence (MPAI) psychological resilience by Connor-Davidson Resilience Scale (CD-RISC). Results overall poor 39.30%. Binary logistic regression revealed that higher physical activity (OR = 0.921; 95% CI: 0.779-1.090), earlier roommate bedtimes 0.799; 0.718-0.888), quieter dormitories 0.732; 0.647-0.828) 0.982; CI, 0.979-0.984) protective factors linked lower risk quality. Conversely, being female student 1.238; 1.109-1.382), senior 1.582; 1.344-1.863), single-child status 1.195; 1.077-1.326), regular smoking 1.833; 1.181-2.847), alcohol consumption 1.737; 1.065-2.833), high academic stress 1.326; 1.012-1.736), employment 1.352; 1.156-1.582), dissatisfaction with dormitory hygiene 1.140; 1.028-1.265), self-rated health 1.969; 1.533-2.529), mental 2.924; 2.309-3.702) mobile phone dependency associated an increased likelihood Conclusion should attract immediate attention. public services education initiatives crucial enhancing

Language: Английский

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Body satisfaction, problematic smartphone use, sleep deprivation, and psychological well-being in adolescents: A half-longitudinal serial mediation study

Journal of Health Psychology, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: unknown

Published: Jan. 16, 2025

The relationships between body satisfaction, problematic smartphone use, sleep deprivation and psychological well-being have been examined with cross-sectional methods. However, the lack of any longitudinal study in which these variables were together made it necessary to conduct this study. In study, we tested whether use serially mediate relationship satisfaction well-being. After matching data obtained from first (T1) second waves (T2) final sample consisted 222 Turkish adolescents (M = 14.08 years, SD 0.70). For purpose, a was conducted two separate time structural equation modeling used test serial mediation variables. According results, play mediating role

Language: Английский

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The impact of physical exercise on mobile phone addiction among college students: a study based on Chinese universities

Frontiers in Psychology, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 16

Published: April 14, 2025

To explore the impact of physical exercise on mobile phone addiction (MPA) among college students and underlying psychological mechanisms, a questionnaire survey method is utilized to conduct empirical analysis from multiple colleges in China. This study uses Physical Activity Rating Scale-3, Mobile Phone Addiction Tendencies Scale (MPATS), Self-Acceptance Questionnaire, Chinese Perceived Stress measure variables such as activity level, degree MPA, self-acceptance perceived stress students. The reveals mechanism reducing MPA. research results demonstrate significant negative correlation between MPA exercise. Exercise frequency has most remarkable influence withdrawal symptoms salience behaviors, with coefficients −0.35 −0.30, respectively. These findings show that regular engagement can substantially mitigate dependency phones. intensity duration also have effect coefficient −0.32. Furthermore, moderating variable plays an important protective role within nexus Students higher levels remission both ( β = −0.30) mood changes −0.28), model interpretability increasing 0.34 0.43. On contrary, stress, risk-regulating variable, positively correlated 0.35. Additionally, under conditions elevated exercise’s mitigating dependence attenuated. Therefore, enhance individual’s self-identity, weaken emotional reaction brought by help improve intervention weakens relieving dependence, individuals high-stress are more likely maintain behavior. makes valuable contribution literature interplay.

Language: Английский

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Mobile phone addiction and negative emotions: an empirical study among adolescents in Jiangxi Province

Frontiers in Psychiatry, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 16

Published: Jan. 27, 2025

Background The relationship between mobile phone addiction and negative affect among adolescents is characterized by intricate interconnections. These factors have an impact on the emotional psychological well-being of young people. While previous studies provided preliminary insights into this relationship, further in-depth exploration research required to fully understand complex mechanisms behind these relationships identify any group differences. Methods This study collected questionnaire data from 493 aged 17-22 years old in Jiangxi Province. were analyzed using Pearson correlation analysis, restricted cubic spline (RCS), structural equation modelling (SEM) with aim exploring differences effects emotions different youth groups. Results findings indicated notable discrepancies gender place residence. Secondly, positively drives emotions. revealed that triggered significantly higher rural than urban adolescents; male exhibited levels female same Additionally, family factors, physical exercise resilience can directly or indirectly inhibit adolescents. Finally, adolescents’ alleviate associated addiction. Physical reduce increasing resilience. Conclusions employs adolescents, reveals relationships, provides a fresh perspective for understanding mental health, as well scientific basis development effective interventions.

Language: Английский

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THE IMPACT OF SMARTPHONE ADDICTION ON EMPATHY AMONG MEDICAL STUDENTS

İnönü Üniversitesi Sağlık Hizmetleri Meslek Yüksek Okulu Dergisi, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 13(1), P. 89 - 101

Published: Feb. 14, 2025

Smartphone addiction has become an increasing significant public health issue. This study investigated the relationship between smartphone addiction, and empathy levels, demographic variables among medical students. As a cross-sectional study, research been conducted with 261 students educating in İnönü University Medical Faculty 21.03.2022-31.03.2022. Participants completed survey delivered to them via Google Forms, including questions about characteristics, reasons for phone use, as well Addiction Scale (SAS) Toronto Empathy Questionnaire (TEQ). Analyses were performed by using IBM SPSS Statistics 26.0. The students' average SAS score was 90.39±23.39, mean TEQ 52.59 ± 6.66. Approximately 33.7% of participants scored above 50% on SAS. Smartphones used most often listen music (42.5%) least play games (27%). Students higher social media use female scores when compared others (p

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Childhood Adversity and Adolescent Smartphone Use Across Sexual Orientation and Gender Expression

JAMA Network Open, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 7(4), P. e246448 - e246448

Published: April 12, 2024

Importance Nonheterosexual and gender-nonconforming (GNC) individuals tend to report adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) more frequently compared with heterosexual gender-conforming individuals, who have experienced ACEs, identify as nonheterosexual, or exhibit moderate high levels of GNC are prone engaging in problematic smartphone use (PSU). However, there is limited school-based data among adolescents regarding this matter. Objectives To explore the associations between ACEs PSU across different sexual orientation gender expression groups. Design, setting, participants Using from 2021 School-Based Chinese Adolescents Health Survey, cross-sectional study includes 288 public schools 8 provinces China. Statistical analysis was performed October 2023 February 2024. Exposures Data on orientations, expressions (high, moderate, low GNC) were collected. Main outcomes measures assessed using 10-item Smartphone Addiction Scale-Short Version (SAS-SV). Weighted linear, logistic, Poisson regression models used. Results Among 85 064 included (mean [SD] age, 14.92 [1.77] years), 42 632 (50.1%) female, 70 157 (83.2%) identified Han Chinese, 14 208 (16.8) other ethnicities (Miao, Hui, Yi, Dai, ethnic groups). The prevalence 35.4%. indicated that interaction ACE significant (adjusted ratio [APR], 0.98; 95% CI, 0.97-0.99). Further stratified demonstrated homosexual 4 showed a significantly increased (APR, 1.79; 1.64-1.96). Similarly, markedly higher observed bisexual 1.60; 1.41-1.80). Regarding categories, noted 1.78; 1.60-1.98) without ACEs. Furthermore, experiencing any 3 categories (abuse, neglect, household dysfunction) associated an subgroups. Conclusions relevance In study, amalgamation elevated scores nonheterosexual orientations identities prevalence. These findings underscore preventing may be beneficial mitigating adolescents, particularly for those GNC.

Language: Английский

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Relationship between problematic smartphone use and sleep problems: The roles of sleep-related compensatory health beliefs and bedtime procrastination

Digital Health, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 10

Published: Jan. 1, 2024

Concerns regarding sleep problems in emerging adults and their antecedents, such as problematic smartphone use (PSU), have been growing. This study tested the association between PSU further investigated mechanisms of this relationship based on theory compensatory health beliefs (CHBs).

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Prevalence and associations of problematic smartphone use with smartphone activities, psychological well-being, and sleep quality in a household survey of Singapore adults

PLoS ONE, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 19(12), P. e0315364 - e0315364

Published: Dec. 18, 2024

Introduction Despite the many benefits of smartphones, researchers have raised concerns over problematic smartphone use (PSU) and its negative effects on physical psychological well-being. Studies examining PSU impact among adults remain limited. Hence, we aim to examine prevalence in Singapore, explore associations with activities, sleep quality, well-being, as well age gender-related differences these associations. Methods A household survey (n = 1200) was conducted multi-ethnic Singapore aged 21 60. The employed a proportionate stratified random sampling approach. Smartphone Addiction Scale–Short Version used determine risk PSU. Adjusted multivariable logistic regressions, age-stratified (21–30, above 30) analyses sensitivity were performed. Results response rate 45.7%. estimated be 34.0%. Adults at younger (OR 3.72, p < 0.001), had poor quality 2.94), reported depressive 2.84, 0.001) or anxiety symptoms 2.44, tend smartphones for social media 2.81, 0.002) entertainment 2.72, 0.001). Protective factors include higher levels support 0.76, 0.007), using calling family 0.39, 0.003) friends 0.53, 0.030), spending four hours less usage duration 0.40, Sensitivity confirmed findings. Associations between 3.83, 2.59, 0.004) 3.46, more pronounced 30. prevalent females those 21–30 2.60, 0.022). Social appears protective factor 30 0.64, but not observed 21–30. Among males, (21–30 years), symptoms, apps significantly associated Females showed similar 0.70, 0.018), this association males. Shorter times inversely both genders. Conclusion substantial proportion exhibited Findings highlight differential support, interactions technology, quality. These are influenced by which has implications preventive efforts.

Language: Английский

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