A Cross Sectional Study in Indian Adult Population to Assess the Internet Addiction and its Effect on the Quality of Sleep
Abstract:
In contemporary society, the internet has
become an integral aspect of daily life, alongside a concerning rise in
internet addiction characterized by an overwhelming compulsion to engage with
online activities. This phenomenon is particularly prevalent among the youth population
in India, leading to various physical, mental, and emotional challenges.
Despite its widespread impact, internet addiction has yet to be officially
recognized as a disorder in diagnostic manuals like the DSM. A comprehensive
meta-analysis spanning 80 studies across 31 countries revealed a global
prevalence of internet addiction at 6%. In the Indian context, a study
sponsored by the Indian Council of Medical Research surveyed 2,755 adults aged
18-65, identifying a prevalence rate of approximately 1.3%. Examining a sample
of 303 adult participants in India, it was found that 33.3% exhibited signs of
internet addiction, with 1.7% classified as severely addicted, 10.2% as
moderately addicted, and 20.8% as mildly addicted. Notably, the majority of
severely addicted individuals were in the 26-35 age group, while addiction
rates were higher among males compared to females [1, 2]. Furthermore, analysis
revealed a correlation between internet addiction and poor sleep quality,
affecting 22.6% of addicted individuals, particularly males aged 18-25 and
26-35. These findings underscore the urgent need for further research and
interventions to address the growing issue of internet addiction and its
associated health impacts.
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