Depression and internet addiction among adolescents:A meta-analysis

Ye, Xiaoli; Zhang, Wei; Zhao, Fangfang

doi:10.1016/j.psychres.2023.115311

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“…We hypothesized that (a) IA and PLEs have a positive effect SI among college students; (b) PLEs mediate the IA-SI relationship. Given that depression is strongly associated with IA ( 34 ), PLEs ( 35 ), and SI ( 36 ), consequently, the current study aimed to validate the above hypotheses after controlling for individual depression.…”

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Internet addiction and suicidal ideation among Chinese college students: the mediating role of psychotic-like experiences

Kang,

Xu,

Chen

et al. 2023

Front. Public Health

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BackgroundIndividuals with Internet addiction (IA) are at significant risk of suicide-related behaviors. This study aimed to investigate the relationships among IA, psychotic-like experiences (PLEs), and suicidal ideation (SI) among college students.MethodsA total of 5,366 college students (34.4% male, mean age 20.02 years) were assessed using the self-compiled sociodemographic questionnaires, Revised Chinese Internet Addiction Scale (CIAS-R), 15-item Positive subscale of the Community Assessment of Psychic Experiences (CAPE-P15), Self-rating Idea of Suicide Scale (SIOSS), and 2-item Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-2).ResultsThe prevalence of IA and SI were 9.3 and 12.1% among Chinese college students, respectively. There were direct effects of IA and PLEs on SI. The total effect of IA on SI was 0.18 (p < 0.001). PLEs mediated the relationship between IA and SI (Indirect effect = 0.07).ConclusionIA had both direct and indirect effects on SI. These findings enable us to elucidate the mechanism of how IA influences individual SI, which can provide vital information for developing and implementing targeted interventions and strategies to alleviate SI among Chinese college students.

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Internet addiction and suicidal ideation among Chinese college students: the mediating role of psychotic-like experiences

Kang,

Xu,

Chen

et al. 2023

Front. Public Health

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“…For instance, deficits in impulse control often manifest as difficulties in regulating emotions and behaviors, heightening the challenge of disengaging from anxious emotions [ 73 ]. Simultaneously, individuals with low self-discipline may be more prone to succumbing to temptations, leading to a higher likelihood of developing addictions [ 74 , 75 ] and, consequently, an increased risk of depressive symptoms [ 76 ]. Taken together, our findings underscore the potential of sleep disturbance to diminish self-control, thereby contributing to the severity of internalizing symptoms.…”

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Sleep disturbance and internalizing symptoms in adolescents: a moderated mediation model of self-control and mindfulness

Ye,

Jiang,

et al. 2024

BMC Psychiatry

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Objectives Despite accumulating evidence regarding the impact of sleep disturbance on internalizing symptoms among adolescents, the underlying psychological mechanisms remain inadequately explored. This study aimed to investigate a conceptual framework elucidating how sleep disturbance influences internalizing symptoms in adolescents through the mediating role of self-control, with mindfulness as a moderator. Methods In this cross-sectional study, 1876 Chinese adolescents (Mage = 14.88 years, SD = 1.47 years, range = 12–19 years, 44.7% boys) completed the Youth Self-Rating Insomnia Scale (YSIS), Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9), Generalized Anxiety Disorder-7 (GAD-7), Brief Self-control Scale (BSCS), and Mindful Attention Awareness Scale-Children (MAAS-C) to provide data on sleep-related variables, internalizing symptoms (anxiety and depression), self-control, and mindfulness, respectively. The PROCESS macro for SPSS was applied to perform moderated mediation analysis. Results Sleep disturbance demonstrated a significant positive correlation with internalizing symptoms in adolescents, including anxiety (β = 0.481, p < 0.001) and depression (β = 0.543, p < 0.001). Self-control served as a mediator between sleep disturbance and two forms of internalizing symptoms. Moreover, mindfulness moderated the pathways from self-control to internalizing symptoms (for anxiety symptoms: β = 0.007, p < 0.001; for depression symptoms: β = 0.006, p < 0.001), and the mediating relationships were weaker for adolescents exhibiting higher levels of mindfulness. Conclusions Our findings enhance understanding of the impact, pathways, and influencing factors of sleep disturbance on adolescent internalizing symptoms, suggesting the importance of enhancing mindfulness levels in addressing self-control deficits and subsequently reducing internalizing symptoms among adolescents.

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“…Depression is another prevalent psychological consequence of online addiction. An excessive quantity of time spent online may result in feelings of isolation and disconnection from the physical world (6). Additionally, using social media to compare oneself to others can result in low self-esteem and sentiments of inadequacy.…”

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Online Addiction: A New Form of Mental Health Issue

Remon

2024

Sci Insights

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Online addiction, a relatively new phenomenon in the realm of mental health, has rapidly emerged as a significant concern in today’s digital age. With the pervasive use of technology and the internet in daily life, individuals are increasingly at risk of developing problematic behaviors related to online activities. This article delves into the complex landscape of online addiction, exploring its definitions, prevalence, and the profound impact it has on mental health. By examining the signs, symptoms, and consequences of online addiction, as well as discussing intervention strategies and preventative measures, this perspective review aims to shed light on this pressing issue and provide insight into navigating the challenges of excessive internet use.

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Depression and internet addiction among adolescents:A meta-analysis

Cited by 11 publications

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Internet addiction and suicidal ideation among Chinese college students: the mediating role of psychotic-like experiences

Internet addiction and suicidal ideation among Chinese college students: the mediating role of psychotic-like experiences

Sleep disturbance and internalizing symptoms in adolescents: a moderated mediation model of self-control and mindfulness

Online Addiction: A New Form of Mental Health Issue

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