International Journal of Tropical Medicine
ISSN: Online 1818-779XISSN: Print 1816-3319
Abstract
Screen Dependency Disorder (SDD) is an emerging behavioral concern in adolescents due to excessive and compulsive screen use. This study investigates the prevalence and determinants of SDD among adolescents to understand its contributing factors and associated health outcomes. To estimate the prevalence of SDD in adolescents, identify its contributing factors and evaluate its association with health outcomes. A crosssectional study was conducted among 200 adolescents aged 12‐18 years in [location]. Participants were selected using stratified random sampling. Data were collected using a validated questionnaire assessing screen use patterns, sociodemographic factors and health outcomes. Statistical analyses, including chi‐square tests and logistic regression, were performed to identify significant determinants and associations, with a significance level set at p<0.05. The prevalence of SDD was 42.5% (n=85, 95% CI: 0.39‐0.49). Significant determinants included excessive social media use (30%, p=0.02), gaming addiction (27.5%, p=0.04) and inadequate parental monitoring (20%, p=0.01). Adolescents from urban areas showed a higher prevalence compared to rural areas (p=0.01). Health outcomes significantly associated with SDD included sleep disturbances (39%, p=0.01), reduced physical activity (42.5%, p=0.02), anxiety (30%, p=0.03) and depression (25%, p=0.04). SDD is prevalent among adolescents and is influenced by behavioral, familial and environmental factors. Its significant association with adverse health outcomes underscores the need for targeted interventions to promote balanced screen use and adolescent well‐being.
How to cite this article:
Deepak Ambadasrao Shukla, Prasun Bhattacharjee and Aditya Bhattacharjee. Prevalence and Determinants of Screen Dependency Disorder in Adolescents: A Cross‐ Sectional Analysis.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.36478/10.36478/makrjms.2024.4.198.202
URL: https://www.makhillpublications.co/view-article/1816-3319/10.36478/makrjms.2024.4.198.202