Nomophobia and Self-esteem: The Influence of Digital Media on the Leisure Activities of Peruvian Adolescents DOI Open Access

Fiorela Alexandra Agüero-Espinoza,

Marcos Neyra-Agama,

Leydi Tasilla-Guayamis

et al.

The Open Public Health Journal, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 17(1)

Published: Dec. 31, 2024

Background Nomophobia is a public health problem of the digital age. Objective We aimed to assess self-esteem and prevalence nomophobia among high school students, identify factors risks associated with them. Materials Methods The study was quantitative, descriptive, cross-sectional, correlational study. A logistic regression model used risk nomophobia. research conducted in northern area city Lima, Peru, 2023. High students between ages 11 18 years participated. were assessed using Questionnaire (NMP-Q) Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale, respectively. Results total 630 median age 15 (Q1 = 14, Q3 16, IQR 2) Regarding nomophobia, 65.4% (n 412) presented 20.6% 130) had level self-esteem, 24.9% 157) low level, 52.4% 330) medium only 22.7% 143) showed self-esteem. variables higher frequency socioeconomic ( p 0.043), navigating internet video games 0.010), 0.009). Navigating during leisure time significant association an increased [Wald χ2= 6.093, 0.014, OR 2.281 (95%CI: 1.185 4.390)]. Conclusion frequent adolescents, there also presence consumption media time, particularly internet, increases adolescents. Thus, responsible use activities that strengthen adolescents must be promoted.

Language: Английский

Assessment of the Relationship Between Internet Addiction, Psychological Well-Being, and Sleep Quality: A Cross-Sectional Study Involving Adult Population DOI Creative Commons
Mehmet Emin Arayıcı, Sema GÜLTEKİN ARAYICI, Özüm Erki̇n

et al.

Behavioral Sciences, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 15(3), P. 344 - 344

Published: March 11, 2025

Internet addiction is an emerging public health concern among adults, potentially affecting psychological well-being and sleep quality. Although a substantial body of research has focused on adolescents younger less known about middle-aged older adult populations. This study investigated the relationships between addiction, quality, in 629 adults (aged 30–60 years) examined socio-demographic predictors addiction. Participants completed online questionnaires assessing well-being, quality (Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index). The final sample had mean age 39.4 (SD = 7.8), with 53.4% female participants. Most were employed (77.9%), nearly half held undergraduate degree (49.1%). score was 38.1 ± 13.6. Poor prevalent (67.2%), positively correlated total PSQI scores (r 0.593; p < 0.001). Higher inversely associated both −0.417; 0.001) poor −0.490; Younger age, gender, regular employment, higher income predicted greater whereas having lower scores. Taken together, findings this emphasize importance addressing to mitigate excessive use mid-life populations, particularly those at risk.

Language: Английский

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Association between internet addiction and insomnia among college freshmen: the chain mediation effect of emotion regulation and anxiety and the moderating role of gender DOI Creative Commons
Ye Yu, Li Zhang, Xiaoyou Su

et al.

BMC Psychiatry, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 25(1)

Published: April 2, 2025

Language: Английский

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Status and sociodemographic correlates of pathological internet use among adolescents in Jordan: a cross-sectional study DOI Creative Commons
Farah M. Abdallah, Ayman M. Hamdan‐Mansour

Middle East Current Psychiatry, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 31(1)

Published: Sept. 15, 2024

Abstract Background Pathological internet use (PIU) refers to excessive of the and is commonly described using various terms, such as addiction disorder (IAD). It a significant concern for mental health professionals in schools primary care settings, especially among adolescents. Although sphere psychological assessment, PIU classified behavioral has been proven be serious substance abuse, not officially Diagnostic Statistical Manual Mental Disorders. The aims this study were investigate status explore sociodemographic correlates adolescents Jordan. Methods This employed descriptive‒explorative design with cross-sectional approach. participants 735 adolescents, grades 9th–11th. Data collected via valid reliable self-report questionnaire related main variables over period ranging from beginning March end April 2024. For data analysis, t tests ANOVAs used identify any differences mean total score relation variables. Results results revealed that 75.8% ( n = 557) experienced PIU, difference across F 3.37, p < .05) academic performance levels 8.76, .05), but terms sex .371, > father’s education level .789, or family income 1.076, .05). Conclusion provides practical findings students poor lower have higher PIU. recommended an ongoing screening conducted intervene proactively through multidisciplinary collaboration manage disproportionate Furthermore, adequately raises awareness about far-reaching consequences both sexes. Finally, will utilized guide future studies highlight more

Language: Английский

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Nomophobia and Self-esteem: The Influence of Digital Media on the Leisure Activities of Peruvian Adolescents DOI Open Access

Fiorela Alexandra Agüero-Espinoza,

Marcos Neyra-Agama,

Leydi Tasilla-Guayamis

et al.

The Open Public Health Journal, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 17(1)

Published: Dec. 31, 2024

Background Nomophobia is a public health problem of the digital age. Objective We aimed to assess self-esteem and prevalence nomophobia among high school students, identify factors risks associated with them. Materials Methods The study was quantitative, descriptive, cross-sectional, correlational study. A logistic regression model used risk nomophobia. research conducted in northern area city Lima, Peru, 2023. High students between ages 11 18 years participated. were assessed using Questionnaire (NMP-Q) Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale, respectively. Results total 630 median age 15 (Q1 = 14, Q3 16, IQR 2) Regarding nomophobia, 65.4% (n 412) presented 20.6% 130) had level self-esteem, 24.9% 157) low level, 52.4% 330) medium only 22.7% 143) showed self-esteem. variables higher frequency socioeconomic ( p 0.043), navigating internet video games 0.010), 0.009). Navigating during leisure time significant association an increased [Wald χ2= 6.093, 0.014, OR 2.281 (95%CI: 1.185 4.390)]. Conclusion frequent adolescents, there also presence consumption media time, particularly internet, increases adolescents. Thus, responsible use activities that strengthen adolescents must be promoted.

Language: Английский

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