Ciydem E., Avci D., Kılıç M.
JOURNAL OF PSYCHOSOCIAL NURSING AND MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES, cilt.63, ss.1-11, 2025 (SCI-Expanded, SSCI, Scopus)
Özet
Purpose
To examine the relationship between digital device addiction and anxiety and depression in early adolescents.
Method
A cross-sectional correlational study was conducted with 1,566 students (grades 5 to 8) in 2023. Data were analyzed using linear regression.
Results
A 1-unit increase in digital device addiction increased total anxiety symptoms by 0.301 units (
p
< 0.001) and depression symptoms by 0.418 units (
p
< 0.001). Anxiety and depression levels varied significantly by sex, family's perception of academic success, and digital device use when alone or for entertainment (
p
< 0.001).
Conclusion
Greater digital device addiction levels were associated with increased anxiety and depression symptoms. Female sex, lower family perception of academic success, use of digital devices alone, and use of digital devices for music and/or movies increased risk of anxiety and depression symptoms. Collaboration among families, schools, and adolescents is essential to mitigate the mental health risks associated with digital device addiction. [
Journal of Psychosocial Nursing and Mental Health Services, xx
(xx), xx–xx.]