Smartphone overuse and distraction: which relationship with general well-being across different generations?

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

Published: Feb. 3, 2025

Language: Английский

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Adolescent Social Media Use through a Self-Determination Theory Lens: A Systematic Scoping Review

International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 21(7), P. 862 - 862

Published: June 30, 2024

Social media is an integral part of adolescents' lives and has a strong influence on development wellbeing. Research examining adolescent social use wellbeing confusing as findings are inconsistent, inconclusive contradictory. To address this issue, digital scholars recommend that researchers adopt theoretical approach with the aim increasing meaningfulness applicability findings. Hence, review applies self-determination theory to investigate how supports thwarts basic psychological needs relatedness, autonomy competence. Satisfaction all three essential for optimal

Language: Английский

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Coping skills and smartphone addiction in adolescents with ADHD: A predictive model and relationship

Journal of Child and Adolescent Mental Health, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: unknown, P. 1 - 9

Published: Feb. 17, 2025

Background: We sought to examine the relationship between smartphone addiction and coping skills in adolescents diagnosed with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), together potential predictive factors.Method: Two hundred seventy-five participants (144 ADHD 131 healthy controls) were included study. All evaluated via DSM-5-based psychiatric examinations. Smartphone levels assessed using Addiction Scale-Short Version (SAS-SV), Coping Scale for Children Youth (CSCY). The scores then subjected statistical comparisons.Results: Higher SAS-SV observed compared control group (p = 0.047). Significant positive correlations found cognitive avoidance (CAV) < 0.001, r 0.377) behavioural (BAV) 0.297) group. In contrast, significant negative Problem-solving (PROB) =-0.281) assistance-seeking (ASK) 0.013, -0.206). Following model analysis, CAV emerged as a predictor of scores, PROB =0.005 p 0.016, respectively).Conclusions: decrease was associated an increase addiction. Additionally, increased low problem-solving also predicted

Language: Английский

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The Longitudinal Association Between Internet Addiction and Prosocial Behavior Among Chinese Adolescents: Testing a Moderated Mediation Model

Behavioral Sciences, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 15(3), P. 322 - 322

Published: March 6, 2025

Internet addiction has been associated with decreased prosocial behavior in adolescents, and minority studies have investigated the underlying mechanisms involved. This study aimed to examine mediating effects of self-control moderating peer rejection. A longitudinal two waves (6 months apart) was used measure internet (T1), rejection (T1/T2), (T1/T2) among 1048 secondary school students (Mage = 14.80 years old, SD 1.61) a southern Chinese metropolitan area. path analysis model applied analyze data derive insights about relationships between these variables. The findings indicated that T1 negatively influenced later through reduced self-control, particularly adolescents lower levels These clarify how impairs development, we propose framework for intervention: mitigating harnessing as mediator counteract adverse addiction.

Language: Английский

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Is mobile phone use while driving prevalent? Evidence from Saudi Arabia

International Journal of ADVANCED AND APPLIED SCIENCES, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 11(12), P. 83 - 90

Published: Dec. 1, 2024

Mobile phone use while driving is common in Saudi Arabia despite the presence of laws prohibiting it. This study aimed to examine impact mobile on driving, as well attitudes and behaviors male drivers. Data were collected through online surveys distributed 1,000 drivers, representing population. A total 884 responses received from licensed drivers who reported a car within 30 days prior survey. Frequency analysis was performed for each survey item, statistical tests, including chi-square test Mann-Whitney U test, used identify associations differences unsafe behaviors. The findings revealed that 98% participants activities such texting, calling, or answering driving. Although high across all regions, significant found based nationality (98% Saudis compared 95% non-Saudis). However, age, education level, experience did not show drivers' Authorities should consider implementing stricter regulations limit Future research also explore broader issue distraction among road users, pedestrians.

Language: Английский

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Beyond the Screen: A Comprehensive Analysis of Emotional Skills and Social Networking in French Young Adults

International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 21(9), P. 1176 - 1176

Published: Sept. 4, 2024

(1) Background: This study investigates the influence of social networks on young adults, focusing both positive and negative impacts. It considers problematic networking site use (PSNSU), emotional intelligence, empathy, phenomenon Fear Missing Out (FoMO). (2) Methods: A comprehensive online survey was conducted with 442 participants aged 18 to 30 years that used various psychometric tools assess internet media use, FoMO. (3) Results: The revealed adults display low competencies in intelligence a tendency towards use. High FoMO scores were observed, correlating outcomes. Gender differences these aspects also explored. (4) Conclusions: findings suggest complex interaction between network skills, impacts adults’ mental health behaviors. highlights need for nuanced understanding relationships their implications well-being digital age.

Language: Английский

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