Nomophobia and Self-Esteem: A Cross Sectional Study in Greek University Students

Vagka, Elissavet; Gnardellis, Charalambos; Lagiou, Areti; Notara, Venetia

doi:10.3390/ijerph20042929

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“…Correlation and multivariate regression analyses of the survey data determined that these coping strategies were "independently associated with anxiety. " Finally, the anxiety that emerges in nomophobic individuals may be due to a variety of factors, such as fear of missing out (Bacaksiz et al, 2022) or low self-esteem (Vagka et al, 2023).…”

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Association between nomophobia and learning performance among undergraduate students: the mediating role of depression and anxiety

Abukhanova,

Almukhambetova,

Mamekova

et al. 2024

Front. Educ.

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BackgroundThere is a gap in the existing literature concerning the connection between nomophobia and diminished academic performance, potentially influenced by anxiety and depression. The present study aimed to examine the relationship between undergraduate students’ nomophobia and learning outcomes, and whether depression and/or anxiety mediate this potential link.MethodsA quantitative cross-sectional survey design was employed. Nomophobia, anxiety, and depression were measured in 307 undergraduate students using validated self-report questionnaires. Learning performance was assessed based on participants’ grade point averages. Correlation analysis and mediation analysis were conducted to test the hypotheses.ResultsThe Pearson correlation analysis and multiple parallel mediation modeling suggest that anxiety plays a significant role as a causal pathway through which nomophobic behavior leads to lower grades among university students compared to their less anxious peers. Depression had no significant mediation effect.ConclusionThe findings support the notion that nomophobia is linked to poor academic achievement. The detrimental impact of nomophobia on learning performance appears to be more closely tied to anxiety rather than depression. This research contributes to the understanding of the complex interplay between technology use, psychological well-being, and educational outcomes in the higher education context. The study’s implications include the validation of the measurement scales in a non-English population and the recognition of the influence of technology on mental health and academic outcomes.

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Association between nomophobia and learning performance among undergraduate students: the mediating role of depression and anxiety

Abukhanova,

Almukhambetova,

Mamekova

et al. 2024

Front. Educ.

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“…According to (Vagka et al 2023), 99.9% of participants showed some level of nomophobia, with the dominant level being moderate (57.0%). Severe nomophobia was more common in women and unemployed participants (adj PR = 1.57), and participants whose fathers did not have a college degree had 30% higher levels of nomophobia overall (p = 0.029).…”

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Analysis of Factor Causing Nomophobia in Adolescents: A Meta- Analysis Study

Rahmah,

Mustikawati,

Septianawati

et al. 2024

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This study aims to provide more in-depth knowledge of the underlying reasons, possible risk factors, and protective variables associated with nomophobia in this demographic group by combining data from various studies. The word “nomophobia” describes a group of actions or symptoms associated with smartphone use. It is considered a contemporary phobia caused by society's interaction with mobile information and communication technology, especially cell phones. Nomophobia, the fear or worry that arises when someone is separated from their smartphone, has become a problem in today's digitally connected culture. This research uses meta-analysis research methods. Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA 2020) were used in this study. Studies published between 2013 and 2023 were the focus of the search. Factors that influence nomophobia include Duration of Smartphone Use, Dependence on Social Media and the Internet, Compulsive and Obsessive Behavior, Social Relationships and Mental Health, Mindfulness, and Demographic Factors such as gender, employment status, parental education, and level of education. The results of this search provide in-depth information about the characteristics and causes of nomophobia, highlighting the need for focused treatment and support networks to address this increasing problem among adolescents. This meta-analysis seeks to close this gap by methodically investigating the elements that lead to adolescent nomophobia.

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“…The maximum achievable score for the entire questionnaire is 63, and, for each subscale, it is 21. Depression scores are categorized as follows: normal (0-9), mild (10)(11)(12)(13), moderate (14)(15)(16)(17)(18)(19)(20), severe (21)(22)(23)(24)(25)(26)(27), and extremely severe (28 and above). Anxiety scores are classified as normal (0-7), mild (8-9), moderate (10)(11)(12)(13)(14), severe (15)(16)(17)(18)(19), and extremely severe (20 and above).…”

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“…Anxiety scores are classified as normal (0-7), mild (8-9), moderate (10)(11)(12)(13)(14), severe (15)(16)(17)(18)(19), and extremely severe (20 and above). Stress scores fall into the following categories: normal (0-14), mild (15)(16)(17)(18), moderate (19)(20)(21)(22)(23)(24)(25), severe (26)(27)(28)(29)(30)(31)(32)(33), and extremely severe (34 and above).…”

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“…Despite the extensive use of mobile phones in Greece, there are limited scientific studies dealing with the emerging phenomenon of nomophobia in the country [26,27]. Hence, the purpose of the present investigation was to examine the association between nomophobia and the negative emotional states of depression, anxiety, and stress among young Greek adults.…”

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Nomophobia and Its Association with Depression, Anxiety and Stress (DASS Scale), among Young Adults in Greece

Gnardellis,

Vagka,

Lagiou

et al. 2023

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Smartphones with their numerous applications have become essential daily equipment, prompting scientific research to deal with the impact of their use on psychosocial health. Under this spectrum, the aim of the present cross-sectional study was to examine the association between nomophobia and the negative emotional states of depression, anxiety, and stress, in relation to self-esteem and sociodemographic data, among the young adult population. The study sample consisted of 1408 young adults aged 18–25 years, participating on a voluntary basis with an online anonymous questionnaire. Data were collected through the “Nomophobia Questionnaire (NMP-Q)”, “Depression Anxiety Stress Scales—short form (DASS-21)”, and Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale (RSES). The questionnaire also included socio-demographic characteristics and smartphone use variables. Data analysis showed that women were identified with severe depression and stress to a greater extent than men (63.3% vs. 55.1% for depression and 18.1% vs. 13.8% for stress scale). With respect to nomophobia, participants with severe levels of nomophobia also exhibited severe levels of negative emotional states in all DASS components, i.e., 40.6% in depression, 73.7% in anxiety, and 32.7% in stress (all p values < 0.001). Participants with severe levels of depression and anxiety were very often checking their phone and used it in all daily activities. Moreover, correlation analysis revealed that self-esteem had a moderating effect on the relationship between nomophobia and DASS, a fact that modifies the association between the involved variables: stronger relationships appeared between nomophobia and DASS components in individuals with normal/high self-esteem than in individuals with low self-esteem.

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Nomophobia and Self-Esteem: A Cross Sectional Study in Greek University Students

Cited by 12 publications

References 46 publications

Association between nomophobia and learning performance among undergraduate students: the mediating role of depression and anxiety

Association between nomophobia and learning performance among undergraduate students: the mediating role of depression and anxiety

Analysis of Factor Causing Nomophobia in Adolescents: A Meta- Analysis Study

Nomophobia and Its Association with Depression, Anxiety and Stress (DASS Scale), among Young Adults in Greece

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