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Nomophobia in India: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Angelin Priya1, Ratnesh Sinha2, Soumitra Sethia3
1Department of Community Medicine, Manipal Tata Medical College, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, Karnataka, India.
The Indian Journal of Medical Research
|June 4, 2026
Summary
Nomophobia, or mobile phone separation anxiety, affects a significant majority of Indian adults. This study found a high prevalence of nomophobia, highlighting its impact on mental well-being and productivity.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Public Health
- Digital Well-being
Background:
- Nomophobia, characterized by anxiety from mobile device separation, impacts personality, self-esteem, and behavior.
- The pervasive use of mobile phones necessitates understanding nomophobia's prevalence for effective interventions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the prevalence of nomophobia in the adult population of India.
Main Methods:
- A systematic literature search was conducted in PubMed and EMBASE databases.
- Included observational studies in English focusing on Indian adults, published between 2008 and 2025.
- The Joanna Briggs Institute critical appraisal scale assessed study quality.
Main Results:
- Twenty-five studies with 10,607 participants were analyzed.
- The pooled prevalence of nomophobia was 77.6% (95% CI: 74.9% - 80.2%).
- The Nomophobia Questionnaire (NMP) was the most common assessment tool.
Conclusions:
- Nomophobia represents a substantial public health concern in India.
- High prevalence underscores the need for interventions to protect youth mental health and productivity.
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