Internet Addiction and Depression Among Postgraduate Residents

Mukhaini, Ameena M Al; Houqani, Fakhriya A Al; Kindi, Rahma Mohamed Al

doi:10.18295/squmj.4.2021.008

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“…It has penetrated all process of life [ 1 ]. Internet invention has changed the various aspects of individual life such as in the way individuals entertain themselves and interact with each other, with the infinite social networking sites [ 2 ]. The number of Internet users has grown exponentially in the world; the number of active internet users in the world far exceeds 4 billion people [ 3 ].…”

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Internet Addiction and Its Associated Factors among Undergraduate Students in Kathmandu, Nepal

Acharya¹,

Adhikari²,

Khadka³

et al. 2023

Journal of Addiction

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Background. Internet has penetrated all processes of life and has become an unavoidable part of people’s daily life. This widespread use of the Internet has resulted in significant concerns with regard to problematic Internet behaviours and related conditions. The aim of the study was to find out the prevalence of Internet addiction and its associated factors among undergraduate students in Kathmandu. Materials and Methods. We included all together 344 undergraduate students from different colleges affiliated to Pokhara University for this cross-sectional study. We used self-administered questionnaire consisting of the Internet Addiction Test scale to assess the Internet addiction. We coded the data, entered it in Epi-Data 3.1 and transferred to IBM SPSS 25 for analysis. We applied bivariate and multivariate logistic regression analysis to identify factors associated with Internet addiction, and p value <0.05 was considered as statistically significantt. Results. The prevalence of Internet addiction was found to be 29.90% (95% CI: 25.0–34.9). In the chi-squared test relationship with parents, parental control over the Internet use, perceived feeling of loneliness, and time spent on internet per day were found to be statistically associated ( p < 0.05 ) with Internet addiction. Conclusion. This study revealed nearly one-third of the Internet addiction among undergraduate students. Relationship with parents, parental control over the internet use, perceived loneliness feelings, and time spent on internet per day were significantly associated with Internet addiction along other factors. Therefore, it is important to raise awareness among young generation, parents, and teachers towards risk of Internet addiction.

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Internet Addiction and Its Associated Factors among Undergraduate Students in Kathmandu, Nepal

Acharya¹,

Adhikari²,

Khadka³

et al. 2023

Journal of Addiction

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“…Although some studies point out that technology use may negatively affect health, especially memory and attention, 19 its impact is qualitatively different regarding addictive behaviors. For example, Internet overuse and addiction are associated with several psychiatric conditions, such as MDD, GAD, alcohol abuse, and social withdrawal 20–23 . Although there is evidence that addiction to digital technologies can potentially cause these disorders, 24 some authors argue that addiction to technology is a manifestation of an underlying psychiatric disorder, not the other way around 25–27 …”

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Hikikomori Syndrome and Digital Technologies: A Systematic Review

Sales-Filho¹,

Bandeira²,

Argollo³

et al. 2023

Harv Rev Psychiatry

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Hikikomori syndrome (HS) is a voluntary prolonged social isolation associated with personal and community impact. Previous evidence pointed out a possible relationship between this syndrome with addiction to digital technologies. Here we aim to understand the relationship between HS and digital technology use, overuse, and addictive behaviors, as well as potential therapeutic approaches. We conducted a systematic review of observational and intervention studies available in PubMed/MEDLINE, LILACS, IBECS, Embase, PsycINFO, and SciELO databases, following the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Review and Meta-Analyses Protocols (PRISMA 2020) criteria. The risk of bias was assessed with the Strengthening the Reporting of Observational Studies in Epidemiology (STROBE) and Consensus-based Clinical Case Reporting Guideline Development (CARE). Eligibility criteria were pre-, at-risk populations, or those with HS diagnosis, and any kind of technological overuse. Seventeen studies were included in the review, of which eight were cross-sectional, eight were case reports, and one was quasi-experimental. HS was associated with addition to digital technologies; no cultural differences were found. Environmental factors, such as a history of bullying, low self-esteem, and grief were identified as precursors of addictive behaviors. The included articles addressed addiction to digital technologies, electronic games, and social networks, among others, in HS. HS is cross-culturally associated with such addiction. The management of these patients remains challenging, and no target evidence-based treatments have been developed. The studies included in this review had several limitations, and more studies with a higher level of evidence are needed to support the results.

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“…Many studies have focused on nursing students (Ayar & Gürkan, 2022; Çatıker et al, 2021; Çobanoğlu et al, 2021; Özdil et al, 2022; Ramjan et al, 2021; Yatmaz et al, 2022) and medical students (Chatterjee & Kar, 2021; Gupta et al, 2021; Sanusi et al, 2022; Wang et al, 2021); but only a few investigated the effects of mobile technology misuse on healthcare professionals (Alan et al, 2022; Hoşgör et al, 2021) and post-graduated residents (Al Mukhaini et al, 2021).…”

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“…However, a careful analysis of the relationship between technological innovation and productivity is essential for awareness of both learning opportunities and work efficiency and the possible associated problems. The extensive use of the mobile phone at work and for training purposes could create a potential source of distraction (Al-Ghamdi, 2018;Soto et al, 2017;Tran et al, 2014), representing a hazard to privacy and patient safety (Gill et al, 2012;Katz-Sidlow et al, 2012). Distractions, indeed, could cause a loss of productivity and also determine medical errors potentially characterized by severe repercussions for the patient's health (McBride, 2015).…”

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Smartphone Use Among Resident Physicians: Prevalence and Risk Factors in Clinical Practice

Costa,

Teodoro,

Coco

et al. 2023

SAGE Open

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Personal mobile phone has become an integral part of our lives. In the medical field, the growing popularity of medicine applications allows more rapid communication among healthcare professionals and quick access to helpful information, which facilitates and improves patient care practice. The use of smartphones during work activities by healthcare professionals can cause a lack of attention and errors while carrying out health procedures. The result might be an increased threat endangering the safety of patients. The purpose of the present study was to investigate the level of nomophobia (a psychological condition regarded as a fear of being detached from mobile phone connectivity) and its correlations with the use of smartphones in clinical practice, distraction due to personal use and policies regarding mobile phones use in a sample of resident doctors of a University of Southern Italy. A cross-sectional study was carried out on 204 hospital residents divided into three areas depending on their duties: clinical, surgical, and services. Two tools were used: nomophobia questionnaire (NMP-Q) and a composite questionnaire investigating smartphone use in the specific healthcare setting. Sixty percent of participants were affected by a moderate level of nomophobia and 10% by a severe degree, jeopardizing both the work and social relationships of young doctors. Smartphone use can certainly represent a helpful support tool for clinical practice; consequently, we believe it would be appropriate to find instruments to screen smartphone dependence or compulsive use to further prevent, early diagnose or treat this detrimental disorder for health professionals.

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Internet Addiction and Depression Among Postgraduate Residents

Cited by 6 publications

References 33 publications

Internet Addiction and Its Associated Factors among Undergraduate Students in Kathmandu, Nepal

Internet Addiction and Its Associated Factors among Undergraduate Students in Kathmandu, Nepal

Hikikomori Syndrome and Digital Technologies: A Systematic Review

Smartphone Use Among Resident Physicians: Prevalence and Risk Factors in Clinical Practice

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