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Gerald Schmidt1, Michelle Valdez2, Maureen Farrell3
1Department of Mental Health, Naval Medical Center San Diego, 34800 Bob Wilson Drive, San Diego, CA 92134.
Military Medicine
|April 3, 2019
Summary
Problematic Internet use (IA) was assessed in military medical and nursing trainees. 5.5% showed concerning IA levels, with social media use during sleep hours significantly linked to higher scores.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Psychology
- Military Health
Background:
- Problematic Internet use (PIU) is linked to sleep deprivation and reduced work performance.
- Assessing PIU in military medical and nursing trainees is crucial for understanding its impact on readiness.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the prevalence of problematic Internet use among military medical and nursing trainees.
- To identify lifestyle variables associated with problematic Internet use in this population.
Main Methods:
- A survey including the Internet Addiction Test (IAT) was distributed to 1,000 military medical and nursing students and residents.
- An Internet Addiction Score (IAS) ≥50 indicated problematic Internet use (IA).
Main Results:
- Of 399 surveys, 331 were analyzed. 5.5% (n=18) reported concerning levels of IA.
- Problematic Internet use was lower in this military trainee population compared to global estimates.
- Social media use during sleeping hours was significantly associated with higher IAS.
Conclusions:
- Military medical and nursing trainees exhibit lower rates of problematic Internet use than global averages.
- Lifestyle factors, particularly social media use during sleep, are associated with increased Internet Addiction Scores.
- Understanding and addressing problematic Internet use is vital for maintaining work performance and force readiness in military healthcare professionals.
Keywords:
Excessive use of InternetInternet addictionelectronic mediahousestaffmedical studentproblematic use of video gamessleepsocial mediatraineeMore Related Videos
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