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Smartphone addiction in Iranian schoolchildren: a population-based study
Alireza Azizi1, Mohammad Hassan Emamian2, Hassan Hashemi3
1Student Research Committee, School of Medicine, Shahroud University of Medical Sciences, Shahroud, Iran.
Scientific Reports
|September 27, 2024
Summary
Smartphone addiction is a growing global concern. This study found a high prevalence in Iranian students, particularly among boys and older adolescents, indicating a need for intervention.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Adolescent Health
- Digital Health
Background:
- Smartphone addiction is a significant public health issue with increasing global prevalence.
- Understanding regional variations in smartphone addiction is crucial for targeted interventions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the prevalence and patterns of smartphone addiction among Iranian students.
- To identify demographic factors associated with smartphone addiction in this population.
Main Methods:
- A random sample of 2682 students (ages 10-15) from the Shahroud Schoolchildren Eye Cohort study participated.
- Smartphone addiction was assessed using the Smartphone Addiction Scale Short Version (SAS-sv) questionnaire.
- Data were analyzed using ANOVA, t-tests, and multiple logistic regression.
Main Results:
- The prevalence of smartphone addiction was 29.8% in the studied Iranian student population.
- Higher addiction rates were observed in 14 and 15-year-olds compared to 10-year-olds, and significantly more in boys.
- Mean SAS-sv scores showed a U-shaped pattern with age, and were higher in boys than girls.
Conclusions:
- The prevalence of smartphone addiction among Iranian students is relatively high compared to European countries.
- Intervention strategies should prioritize boys and older adolescents.
- Addressing smartphone addiction is essential for adolescent well-being in Iran.
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