Predictors of ‘problematic internet use’ among adolescents and adults amid the pandemic in India

Singh, Shweta; Datta, Manjistha; Gupta, Pawan Kumar; Batra, Saakshi

doi:10.1016/j.cegh.2022.101036

Cited by 10 publications

(5 citation statements)

References 43 publications

Supporting

Mentioning

Contrasting

Order By: Relevance

“…6 The COVID-19 pandemic has also necessitated the reliance on personal devices and internet access for online learning, and has a potential effect on increasing PIU. 17 Our study indicates extended computer use by the students for academic and other purposes. The PIU score was positively correlated with their family's annual income -one of the socioeconomic parameters.…”

Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 75%

Problematic Internet Use in Undergraduate Health Science Students at a Remote Place of Nepal: a Cross-Sectional Study

Jha,

Pun,

Amgain

et al. 2023

Journal of Karnali Academy of Health Sciences

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

Background: Problematic internet use (PIU) is a growing concern among teenage and college students. Excessive internet use has detrimental effects on physical and mental health. This study aims to assess the computer usage pattern and calculate the frequency of PIU in undergraduate health science students at Karnali Academy of Health Sciences, Jumla, a remote place of Nepal. Methods: A cross-sectional questionnaire-based study was conducted from October to November 2022. Data were collected from all the undergraduate students who consented to participate. The questionnaire included students’ computer-related behaviours. PIU was defined as a score of 42 or above on the PIU questionnaire. Data were analyzed by descriptive and analytical statistics, keeping p value <0.05 as significant. Results: Among 127 students, majority used smartphones and laptops, primarily for social media. The mean duration of internet use was 6.09±2.63 years, with an average daily use of 2.54±2.05 hours on weekdays and 3.88±2.2 hours on weekends. The prevalence of PIU among the participants was 43.3%, which was not significantly different by gender (p=0.094). The PIU score was positively correlated with annual income of family, years of internet use, and daily screen and internet use time (p<0.05). Conclusion: PIU is prevalent among undergraduate health science students at Karnali Academy. The findings emphasize the need for awareness, guidance, and proper planning to promote healthy internet usage habits among students. Educational institutions should play an active role in implementing strategies to address PIU and support students for a healthy internet use.

show abstract

Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 75%

Problematic Internet Use in Undergraduate Health Science Students at a Remote Place of Nepal: a Cross-Sectional Study

Jha,

Pun,

Amgain

et al. 2023

Journal of Karnali Academy of Health Sciences

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

show abstract

“…The age group with the highest percentage of internet users is between the ages of 13 and 18 (99.16%) (APJII, 2022). At the same time, adolescents are also the most vulnerable group with PIU compared to adults, which is possible because adolescents use the internet as a medium to avoid stress (Singh et al, 2022). A qualitative study by Park and Kim (2018) confirms the existence of adolescents who choose to surf the internet to find idol information and online gaming as strategies to deal with academic stress.…”

Section: Introductionmentioning

confidence: 92%

Problematic Internet Use: Examining Parents-Adolescent Communication and Self-Control With Stress Level as Mediator

Hasanah¹,

Latifah²,

Krisnatuti³

2023

Jur. Ilm. Kel. & Kons.

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

Although the internet can provide benefits and convenience for many users, it can lead to risky behaviors such as problematic internet use (PIU). This study investigates the relationship between parents-adolescent communication, self-control, and PIU mediated by stress levels. Data were collected from 233 Indonesian high school students selected using disproportionate stratified random sampling. The Parents-Adolescent Communication Scale, Brief Self-Control Scale, Depression Anxiety Stress Scale, and Problematic Internet Use in Adolescent were the scales used to measure the four variables. Descriptive analyses, difference test, Spearman correlations, structural equation modeling, and analysis of variance were used for data analysis purpose. The results show direct effects of openness in the parents-adolescent communication, self-control, and stress levels on PIU. Problems in parents-adolescent communication and self-control have an indirect effect on PIU as mediated by stress levels. These findings demonstrate the need for endeavors to urge adolescents to improve their self-control and manage stress levels to avoid PIU risk.

show abstract

“…Other studies emphasised the mediating effects of depression, anxiety, and insomnia in the relationship between PIU and academic engagement, with variations observed across different developmental stages [9]. Additionally, the association between PIU and mental health comorbidities, such as depression, dysthymia, suicide, social anxiety, panic, and phobias, was identified [10,11].…”

Section: Literature Reviewmentioning

confidence: 99%

Problematic Internet Use and Mental Health Correlates among Children: A Systematic Review

Siti Khadijah Yusof Azuddin,

Nik Daliana Nik Farid,

Rafdzah Ahmad Zaki

et al. 2023

ARASET

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

Problematic Internet use (PIU) among children is a growing concern due to its potential negative impact on mental health and overall well-being. This systematic literature review aimed to identify the association between problematic Internet use (PIU) and mental health challenges among children in order to propose appropriate interventions. A comprehensive search of three electronic databases, Scopus, Web of Science (WOS) and PubMed, yielded 30 relevant articles published between 2013 and 2022. The findings reveal a strong association between PIU and various psychiatric disorders and environmental factors. However, due to the cross-sectional nature of most studies, causal relationships between PIU and its correlations could not be determined. Two studies examining the temporal relationship between PIU and mental health challenges indicated bidirectional associations, emphasising the importance of addressing both PIU and associated mental health issues in intervention and prevention strategies. By incorporating parental involvement, school-based interventions, psychological therapies, public health policy interventions, and multidisciplinary stakeholders, we can effectively promote responsible Internet use, mitigate risk factors, and foster a supportive environment for children. In conclusion, this systematic review underscores the significant association between PIU and mental health problems among children. The findings emphasise the importance of adopting comprehensive approaches considering individual and environmental factors to address PIU effectively.

show abstract

Predictors of ‘problematic internet use’ among adolescents and adults amid the pandemic in India

Cited by 10 publications

References 43 publications

Problematic Internet Use in Undergraduate Health Science Students at a Remote Place of Nepal: a Cross-Sectional Study

Problematic Internet Use in Undergraduate Health Science Students at a Remote Place of Nepal: a Cross-Sectional Study

Problematic Internet Use: Examining Parents-Adolescent Communication and Self-Control With Stress Level as Mediator

Problematic Internet Use and Mental Health Correlates among Children: A Systematic Review

Contact Info

Product

Resources

About