Relationship Between Problematic Internet Use and Time Management Among Nursing Students

Area of Science:

• Nursing Education
• Digital Health
• Behavioral Science

Background:

• The internet is integral to daily life, especially for young adults.
• Assessing problematic internet use and time management in nursing students is crucial for academic success and well-being.

Purpose of the Study:

• To evaluate problematic internet use among nursing students.
• To assess time management skills in this demographic.
• To investigate the relationship between internet use patterns and time management.

Main Methods:

• A descriptive study involving 311 nursing students in Ankara, Turkey (February-April 2016).
• Data collected using the Problematic Internet Use Scale and Time Management Inventory.
• Statistical analysis to identify differences and relationships.

Main Results:

• Median scores indicated moderate time management skills and non-problematic internet use.
• Significant differences in internet use and time management were observed based on school grade and time spent online.
• Fourth-year students demonstrated a higher propensity for excessive internet use and poorer time management.

Conclusions:

• While overall internet use was not problematic, a negative correlation exists between problematic internet use and time management skills.
• Interventions may be needed to support fourth-year students in managing their internet usage effectively.
• Findings highlight the importance of monitoring digital habits and promoting time management strategies in nursing education.