Influence of Risky Internet Use on Physical Activity and Academic Burnout among Undergraduate Students

Abstract

Objectives: In this study, we investigate the correlations between Internet use risk, physical activity, andacademic burnout among undergraduate students. Methods: We conducted a cross-sectional survey with620 participants using tools like the Problematic and Risky Internet Usage Scale, the Copenhagen BurnoutInventory Student version, and the Baecke tool. Results: Over two-thirds of participants had high risky Internetuse, while about half had severe academic burnout. Most students had low physical activity levels, and maleshad a greater predisposition to the risk resulting from Internet addiction. There was a significant difference inacademic burnout according to gender, with more academic burnout among males. Whereas both males andfemales had low physical activity levels, there was a statistically significant difference between their levels ofphysical activity. Conclusion: We recommend university decision-makers organize regular physical activitiesto prevent academic burnout and conduct workshops and lectures to highlight the value of physical activity.