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Attila Körmendi1, Zita Brutóczki2, Bianka Petra Végh3
11 Department of Personality and Clinical Psychology, Institute of Psychology, University of Debrecen , Debrecen, Hungary.
Journal of Behavioral Addictions
|September 8, 2016
Summary
This study analyzes a case of potential smartphone addiction in an 18-year-old girl, finding she meets criteria for behavioral and technological addictions. Her excessive use, primarily on social media, highlights concerns about mobile phone addiction.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Behavioral Science
- Digital Media Studies
Background:
- Mobile phone use is pervasive, especially among young people.
- High daily smartphone usage raises questions about potential addiction.
- This study investigates a specific case of excessive smartphone engagement.
Observation:
- An 18-year-old female, 'Anette,' exhibits problematic smartphone usage patterns.
- Her daily usage accumulates to approximately 8 hours.
- Activities include social media, content consumption, and personal media creation.
Findings:
- Anette's symptoms align with established criteria for technological and behavioral addictions.
- She meets diagnostic benchmarks similar to gambling disorder in the DSM-5.
- Her excessive use is linked to specific applications and online communities.
Implications:
- Excessive smartphone use may represent a form of behavioral addiction.
- Social media platforms could be a primary driver of this addiction.
- Further research is needed to understand and address smartphone addiction.
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