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Developing Fırat Nomophobia Scale and investigating its psychometric properties
Yalçın Kanbay1, Aysun Akçam2, Sevil Çınar Özbay3
1Department of Psychiatric Nursing, Faculty of Health Sciences, Artvin Coruh University, Artvin, Turkey.
Perspectives in Psychiatric Care
|April 13, 2022
Summary
Researchers developed the Fırat Nomophobia Scale to measure nomophobia, or the fear of being without a mobile phone. This validated, eight-item scale accurately assesses nomophobia levels in individuals aged 15-65.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Digital Health
- Mobile Technology Use
Background:
- Nomophobia, the fear of being without a mobile phone, is a growing concern in the digital age.
- Understanding and quantifying nomophobia is crucial for mental health research and intervention.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop and validate the "Fırat Nomophobia Scale" (FNS).
- To assess the prevalence and levels of nomophobia in individuals aged 15-65 years.
Main Methods:
- A linguistically and psychometrically validated 13-statement trial form was administered.
- The study included a sample of 678 participants (69% women).
Main Results:
- The developed "Fırat Nomophobia Scale" comprises a single dimension with eight items.
- The scale effectively explains 55.9% of the variance related to nomophobia.
Conclusions:
- The Fırat Nomophobia Scale is an economical, valid, and reliable measurement tool.
- The scale's low item count and high variance make it practical for research and clinical use.
- Findings underscore the need for nomophobia research, risk group identification, and protective strategies.
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