The relationship between internet addiction and psychosomatic disorders in Iranian undergraduate nursing students: a cross-sectional study

Feizy, Fatemeh; Sadeghian, Efat; Shamsaei, Farshid; Tapak, Leili

doi:10.1080/10550887.2020.1732180

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“…Social media addiction has both positive and negative effects on academic, social, and health outcomes (12). Although some studies (11,(13)(14)(15)(16)(17)(18) showed a negative and significant relationship between internet addiction and academic performance, a study found no significant association between internet addiction and academic performance (19). Studies have shown that excessive internet usage may interfere with students' ability to complete homework assignments, study, and get enough sleep to meet their academic responsibilities (20)(21)(22).…”

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Evaluating the Relationship Between the Internet Addiction and Academic Performance of Medical and Pharmacy Students

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Background: The internet is essential for social interaction, information acquisition, and entertainment. However, indiscriminate use of the internet by individuals, especially students, has harmed their social and psychological well-being as well as their education. Objectives: This study aimed to evaluate the relationship between internet addiction and academic performance of medical and pharmacy students of Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Iran, in 2019 - 2020. Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted on 149 medical and pharmacy students, who were selected by convenience sampling method. The samples were examined using two questionnaires, including the Internet Addiction Test (IAT) and Educational Performance Test (EPT). The collected data were analyzed using Pearson correlation and regression analysis. Results: There was a significant positive correlation between the IAT and some subscales of the EPT. In addition, more than 81.20% of the sample had mild (51.00%), moderate (29.53%), and severe (0.67%) dependence on the internet. Conclusions: According to the results, the internet addiction negatively affected students’ academic performance. Failure to take critical steps to control internet addiction may significantly affect the future.

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Validation of the Persian version of the Internet Addiction Questionnaire: Comparison of Multiple Indicator Multiple Causal Model (MIMIC) with Multiple Group Multiple Indicator Multiple Causal Model (MG-MIMIC)

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Ghavami²,

Shakeri³

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Objective(s):It is believed that frequent use of Interne might be harmful for health. The Internet Addiction Test (IAT) is one of the most practical tools for diagnosing Internet addiction. The aim of the present study was to investigate validation of the Persian version of the questionnaire using Differential Item Functioning (DIF) analysis. DIF evaluates how people in different subgroups comprehend the same questionnaire item. Methods: A cross section study on a sample of 317 students of Mashhad University of Medical was conducted. To collect data, the Internet Addiction Questionnaire and demographic information and Behavioral Features Checklist were administered. Multiple Indicator Multiple Causal Model (MIMIC) and Multiple Group Multiple Indicator Multiple Causal Model (MG-MIMIC) were used to investigate the differentiating of items. Results:The mean score of the IAT questionnaire was 40.92±11.70, which based on the cut-off point of 46, 29.5% of students were addicted to the Internet. The results of the MIMIC models indicated that there was no difference in each of the IAT questionnaire items. Also, considering the grouping structure did not have much effect on identifying DIF, because the results of the MG-MIMIC model were almost the same as the MIMIC model. Conclusion: Due to the lack of significant DIF in IAT questions and having measurement invariance this study can be considered as empirical support for the IAT questionnaire as a valid and structurally stable tool.

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Epidemiology and Related Factors of Internet Addiction with Emphasizing the Role of Feeling Loneliness and Interpersonal Problems in University Students

Nazari,

Raiesifar,

Darabiyan

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Jundishapur J Chronic Dis Care

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Background: Internet addiction is recognized as a global public health issue, with high prevalence among medical students. The identification of risk factors related to Internet addiction is crucial for reducing its prevalence and severity. Objectives: This study aimed to assess the epidemiology and related factors to Internet addiction, emphasizing the role of feeling loneliness and interpersonal problems. Methods: A cross-sectional correlational study was conducted in 2022, involving 414 students from the Nursing and Midwifery Faculty, Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran. Young’s Internet addiction questionnaire, along with the assessments of interpersonal problems and loneliness, was used. Descriptive and inferential statistics (including correlation coefficients and hierarchical regression) were applied using SPSS software (version 22), with a significance level set at P < 0.05. Results: All students had internet addiction; nevertheless, the majority (82.4%) of them were in the range of mild addiction, and none of them had severe Internet addiction. The average score of Internet addiction was 51.59 (4.77), which shows moderate Internet addiction among students. Internet addiction had a positive and significant relationship with students’ lodging (dormitory), feelings of loneliness, and interpersonal problems; however, there was no correlation with age, gender, marital status, major, and academic year. Conclusions: The prevalence of Internet addiction was significantly higher in the present study than in previous studies, serving as a critical warning for health practitioners and planners. Notably, the highest level of addiction observed was at a mild level, necessitating early intervention to prevent further escalation. Considering the correlation between Internet addiction and students’ lodging (dormitory), feelings of loneliness, and interpersonal problems, it is imperative to explore alternative activities within dormitories and provide regular psychological counseling for the early detection of these issues.

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The relationship between internet addiction and psychosomatic disorders in Iranian undergraduate nursing students: a cross-sectional study

Cited by 3 publications

References 33 publications

Evaluating the Relationship Between the Internet Addiction and Academic Performance of Medical and Pharmacy Students

Evaluating the Relationship Between the Internet Addiction and Academic Performance of Medical and Pharmacy Students

Validation of the Persian version of the Internet Addiction Questionnaire: Comparison of Multiple Indicator Multiple Causal Model (MIMIC) with Multiple Group Multiple Indicator Multiple Causal Model (MG-MIMIC)

Epidemiology and Related Factors of Internet Addiction with Emphasizing the Role of Feeling Loneliness and Interpersonal Problems in University Students

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