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Problematic Internet Use Among Adolescent School Attendees: A School-based Study from Tamil Nadu, India
Lakshmi Shanthi1, Jeyashree Ashwath1, Mohan Kumar Raju2
1Teen Wellness Centre, Shadow Clinics, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India.
Indian Pediatrics
|September 13, 2024
Summary
Problematic internet use (PIU) affects nearly a quarter of adolescents in Western Tamil Nadu. Factors like owning personal gadgets and studying in English medium increase PIU risk.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Adolescent Psychology
- Digital Media Studies
Background:
- Problematic internet use (PIU) is a growing concern among adolescents globally.
- Understanding the prevalence and risk factors of PIU is crucial for developing targeted interventions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the prevalence of problematic internet use (PIU) in adolescents.
- To identify demographic and behavioral factors associated with PIU.
Main Methods:
- A cross-sectional study was conducted in Western Tamil Nadu, India, involving 1795 adolescents (grades 9-12).
- Data collected via semi-structured questionnaires and the Problematic and Risky Internet Use Screening Scale (PRIUSS).
Main Results:
- The prevalence of PIU was 24.5% (398/1795).
- PIU rates were similar across English and Tamil medium students and between genders.
- Owning personal gadgets (27%) and having multiple gadgets at home were associated with higher PIU.
- Risk factors included English medium education (OR 1.5) and multiple gadgets (OR 1.3).
Conclusions:
- Adolescents exhibit a high prevalence of problematic internet use.
- School-based educational programs are recommended to mitigate excessive internet usage and associated risks.
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