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IJSREM66153
Volume:
10 |
7 |
Jul 2026
Pages:
1-10
Publication Frequency:
Monthly (12 issues per year)
License:International Journal of Scientific Research in Engineering and Management follows the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 (CC BY 4.0) License, allowing free use and distribution with proper attribution.
MBA Student,
Vidya Vikas Institute of Engineering and Technology, Mysuru
Assistant Professor
Vidya Vikas Institute of Engineering and Technology, Mysuru
Smartphones have become an integral part of students' daily lives, serving as tools for communication, education, entertainment, and social interaction. However, excessive smartphone use has emerged as a growing concern due to its potential negative impact on students' mental health. This research paper investigates the effects of smartphone addiction on students' mental health, focusing on indicators such as stress, anxiety, depression, sleep quality, academic performance, and social relationships. The study adopts a descriptive research design. Primary data were collected from 52 students using a structured questionnaire and a convenience sampling technique. Secondary data were obtained from books, journal articles, research papers, and other relevant sources. The collected data were analyzed using SPSS, employing descriptive statistics and the Chi-square test to examine the relationship between smartphone addiction and mental health. The findings reveal that many students spend several hours each day using their smartphones and experience increased stress, anxiety, poor sleep quality, reduced concentration, and lower academic performance. The Chi-square analysis indicates a significant association between smartphone addiction and students' mental health, suggesting that higher levels of smartphone addiction are linked to poorer psychological well-being. The study recommends promoting responsible smartphone use, digital well-being education, and healthy lifestyle practices to reduce the negative effects of smartphone addiction on students' mental health.
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According to the research, smartphone addiction significantly affects the mental health of the students. Overuse of smartphones leads to increased levels of stress, anxiety, concentration problems, disturbed sleep, and ineffective academic behaviour. Even though smartphones are considered a must-have tool for communication and learning, excessive use of them has adverse effects on students' mental state. As a result, taking care of the right balance of smartphone use is very important in order to ensure the improvement of students' academic performance.
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Publication Date
7/18/2026
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Double-Blind Peer Review
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