Nomophobia among university students: Prevalence, correlates, and the mediating role of smartphone use between Facebook addiction and nomophobia

Al‐Mamun, Firoj; Mamun, Mohammed A.; Prodhan, Salauzzaman; Muktarul, Md.; Griffiths, Mark D.; Muhit, Mohammad; Sikder, Md. Tajuddin

doi:10.1016/j.heliyon.2023.e14284

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“…Specifically, among the school-going adolescents ( n = 502), a prevalence of 88.25% was reported in the country [ 10 ]; whereas a similar rate of problematic smartphone use (86.9%) was reported among high school, medical college, and university students [ 7 ], and 29.1% for problematic Facebook use [ 22 ] during the COVID-19 pandemic. However, evidence from a Bangladeshi university sample ( n = 585) found that more than half of them had a moderate level of nomophobia (56.1%) and 34.5% with severe nomophobia; whereas smartphone addiction was identified as a significant mediator between Facebook addiction and nomophobia [ 29 ]. However, it is evident that the prevalence reported herein aligns with prior reports from the country, but it is higher than the global levels.…”

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“…For instance, studies conducted among similar students taking university entrance tests reported that repeat test takers had higher rates of depression, anxiety, burnout, and suicidal behaviors, as found in the studies conducted before the pandemic [ 15 ], and during the pandemic [ 17 ]. It is also reported that mental health problems had significant associations with different types of digital addiction, for instance, smartphone addiction [ 7 , 30 , 31 ], Facebook addiction [ 22 ], nomophobia [ 29 ], internet addiction [ 6 ], and social media addiction [ 32 ]. The bilateral relationship between mental health problems with digital addiction underscores the possibility of the repeat test takers having a higher chance of digital addiction, but this study did not observe a statistically significant difference.…”

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Prevalence and factors associated with digital addiction among students taking university entrance tests: a GIS-based study

Al-Mamun,

Hasan,

Mostofa

et al. 2024

BMC Psychiatry

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Background The surge in digital media consumption, coupled with the ensuing consequences of digital addiction, has witnessed a rapid increase, particularly after the initiation of the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite some studies exploring specific technological addictions, such as internet or social media addiction, in Bangladesh, there is a noticeable gap in research focusing on digital addiction in a broader context. Thus, this study aims to investigate digital addiction among students taking the university entrance test, examining its prevalence, contributing factors, and geographical distribution using GIS techniques. Methods Data from a cross-sectional survey were collected from a total of 2,157 students who were taking the university entrance test at Jahangirnagar University, Bangladesh. A convenience sampling method was applied for data collection using a structured questionnaire. Statistical analyses were performed with SPSS 25 Version and AMOS 23 Version, whereas ArcGIS 10.8 Version was used for the geographical distribution of digital addiction. Results The prevalence of digital addiction was 33.1% (mean score: 16.05 ± 5.58). Those students who are attempting the test for a second time were more likely to be addicted (42.7% vs. 39.1%), but the difference was not statistically significant. Besides, the potential factors predicted for digital addiction were student status, satisfaction with previous mock tests, average monthly expenditure during the admission test preparation, and depression. No significant difference was found between digital addiction and districts. However, digital addiction was higher in the districts of Manikganj, Rajbari, Shariatpur, and Chittagong Hill Tract areas, including Rangamati, and Bandarban. Conclusions The study emphasizes the pressing need for collaborative efforts involving educational policymakers, institutions, and parents to address the growing digital addiction among university-bound students. The recommendations focus on promoting alternative activities, enhancing digital literacy, and imposing restrictions on digital device use, which are crucial steps toward fostering a healthier digital environment and balanced relationship with technology for students.

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Prevalence and factors associated with digital addiction among students taking university entrance tests: a GIS-based study

Al-Mamun,

Hasan,

Mostofa

et al. 2024

BMC Psychiatry

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“…But, at the same time, they have the ability to reinforce dysfunctional behaviors, such as social isolation (39). The excessive use of mobile phones is identi ed by several studies as one of the coping methods in managing anxiety and stress in daily life (40).…”

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Patterns of Internet Addiction in an Italian sample: 100% of the sample experience Nomophobia

Marcolini,

Buffa,

Valenta

et al. 2024

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Background and Objectives: Internet Addiction Disorder, a concept introduced for the first time by Ivan Goldberg in 1995, is one of the most recently identified forms of addiction, but already considered a real psychosocial phenomenon, capable of having a profound impact on different aspects of social and psychological life of individuals. One of its most recently identified manifestations is Nomophobia, a neologism formed from the combination of terms such as "no mobile", "phone" and "phobia”, that can be understood as the fear of feeling disconnected. It is today considered a situational phobia, characteristic of contemporary times. The most common symptoms include excessive cell phone use, and constant anxiety at the thought of losing the internet connection. Others are, for example, the “Ringxiety”, or ringing anxiety, or the “phantom vibration syndrome”. This study aims to examine the spread of Nomophobia in the Italian population, evaluating psychopathological correlations that can explain its diffusion. Methods: Between January and May 2023, an anonymous online questionnaire was randomly sent to the general population. Alongside with tests to evaluate psycho-social features, the instrument used to study Nomophobia was the Nomophobia Questionnaire(NMP-Q), in its Italian version. Results: The sample consists of 253 people (145 F, 108 M), with an average age 33.5 years (sd 14). In our sample, 100% of the subjects tested positive for Nomophobia. Values indicating a state of severe Nomophobia are found in 11.5% of the sample (F 57.9%, M 24.1%). The young population, between 18 and 25 years old, represents 46.6% of the affected population, but more than 55.2% of severe cases. The severe cases correlate positively (p<0,05) with findings of high impulsiveness. There are no other studies that investigate the psychopathological correlates of Nomophobia among Italians. Conclusions: Despite possible biases, the data obtained are an alarming sign of the spread of internet addiction that characterizes our times, of which the excessive use of cell phones in the form of Nomophobia is an expression. Despite their now undisputed usefulness, mobile devices are capable of causing the onset of serious health problems, starting from exposure to radiation capable of causing dermatitis. Furthermore, they dramatically interfere with driving safety, becoming a major cause of road accidents. Considering these consequences, it appears to be extremely important to characterize the phenomenon, as well as its psychosocial determinants, in order to proceed with its better definition and prevention.

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“…This condition is not officially recognized as a disorder, but it can cause physical symptoms like cervicogenic headaches, as well as emotional manifestations (Goncalves et al, 2020). Studies have suggested that the risks associated with nomophobia include decreased productivity (Torpil and Pekcetin, 2022;Mamun et al, 2023), poor sleep quality (Copaja-Corzo et al, 2022), and social disconnect (Hussien, 2022;Sui et al, 2022). Studies on the relationship between nomophobia and learning performance have also gained attention in recent years as outlined below.…”

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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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Nomophobia among university students: Prevalence, correlates, and the mediating role of smartphone use between Facebook addiction and nomophobia

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Prevalence and factors associated with digital addiction among students taking university entrance tests: a GIS-based study

Prevalence and factors associated with digital addiction among students taking university entrance tests: a GIS-based study

Patterns of Internet Addiction in an Italian sample: 100% of the sample experience Nomophobia

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

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