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Islam MR, Mondol AA, Kundu R, Baroi JA, Akter S, Urmi TJ, Roknuzzaman ASM, Hossain MA, Parves MM, Omer HBM, Kabir ER. Prevalence, associated factors and consequence of problematic smartphone use among adolescents and young adults in Bangladesh: A cross-sectional study. PLoS One 2024; 19:e0308621. [PMID: 39186514 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0308621] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/03/2024] [Accepted: 07/26/2024] [Indexed: 08/28/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Problematic smartphone use (PSU) and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children, adolescents, and young adults are of major concern to parents. However, the prevalence and associated factors related to these issues in Bangladeshi adolescents and young adults remain unclear to the best of our knowledge. The aim of this study is to assess PSU and ADHD in the context of adolescent and young adult age groups in Bangladesh. METHODS The present study collected data from diverse geographical locations in Bangladesh via face-to-face surveys using stratified random sampling methods. We considered age, sex, and geographic location stratification criteria. A total of 578 respondents participated in the survey initially. From this, we discarded 36 responses after screening because the information provided was insufficient or incomplete response. In the end, 542 replies were incorporated into the final analysis. PSU and ADHD depend on several factors, including the individual's demographic background. RESULTS The prevalence of PSU and ADHD symptoms in adolescents and young adults in Bangladesh is 61.44% and 37.45%, respectively based on our findings. The symptoms of PSU are correlated with age, education level, family type (nuclear/joint), sleeping pattern, physical exercise, and residence area. ADHD symptoms are correlated with age, education level, living with family, smoking habit, physical disability, sleeping pattern, physical exercise, residence area, and PSU. Also, we observed that ADHD and PSU symptoms are positively correlated with each other. CONCLUSION A large proportion of young adults and adolescents reported PSU and ADHD symptoms. The present findings have practical implications in clinical psychology, psychotherapy, and related policy considerations. We propose to develop an inclusive interventional strategy and community-based programs to address PSU and ADHD-related issues.
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- Md Rabiul Islam
- School of Pharmacy, BRAC University, Merul Badda, Dhaka, Bangladesh
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, University of Dhaka, Dhaka, Bangladesh
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- Department of Pharmacy, University of Asia Pacific, Farmgate, Dhaka, Bangladesh
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- Department of Pharmacy, University of Asia Pacific, Farmgate, Dhaka, Bangladesh
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- Department of Pharmacy, University of Asia Pacific, Farmgate, Dhaka, Bangladesh
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- Department of Pharmacy, University of Asia Pacific, Farmgate, Dhaka, Bangladesh
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- Department of Clinical Pharmacy and Pharmacology, University of Dhaka, Dhaka, Bangladesh
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- School of Pharmacy, BRAC University, Merul Badda, Dhaka, Bangladesh
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Al-Mamun F, Hasan ME, Mostofa NB, Akther M, Mashruba T, Arif M, Chaahat AH, Salam AB, Akter M, Abedin MAA, Bulbul MIA, Adnan MS, Islam MS, Ahmed MS, Shahin MSM, Islam S, Hussain MM, Al Habib A, ALmerab MM, Gozal D, Muhit M, Roy N, Mamun MA. Prevalence and factors associated with digital addiction among students taking university entrance tests: a GIS-based study. BMC Psychiatry 2024; 24:322. [PMID: 38664623 PMCID: PMC11044373 DOI: 10.1186/s12888-024-05737-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/01/2024] [Accepted: 04/03/2024] [Indexed: 04/29/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND The surge in digital media consumption, coupled with the ensuing consequences of digital addiction, has witnessed a rapid increase, particularly after the initiation of the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite some studies exploring specific technological addictions, such as internet or social media addiction, in Bangladesh, there is a noticeable gap in research focusing on digital addiction in a broader context. Thus, this study aims to investigate digital addiction among students taking the university entrance test, examining its prevalence, contributing factors, and geographical distribution using GIS techniques. METHODS Data from a cross-sectional survey were collected from a total of 2,157 students who were taking the university entrance test at Jahangirnagar University, Bangladesh. A convenience sampling method was applied for data collection using a structured questionnaire. Statistical analyses were performed with SPSS 25 Version and AMOS 23 Version, whereas ArcGIS 10.8 Version was used for the geographical distribution of digital addiction. RESULTS The prevalence of digital addiction was 33.1% (mean score: 16.05 ± 5.58). Those students who are attempting the test for a second time were more likely to be addicted (42.7% vs. 39.1%), but the difference was not statistically significant. Besides, the potential factors predicted for digital addiction were student status, satisfaction with previous mock tests, average monthly expenditure during the admission test preparation, and depression. No significant difference was found between digital addiction and districts. However, digital addiction was higher in the districts of Manikganj, Rajbari, Shariatpur, and Chittagong Hill Tract areas, including Rangamati, and Bandarban. CONCLUSIONS The study emphasizes the pressing need for collaborative efforts involving educational policymakers, institutions, and parents to address the growing digital addiction among university-bound students. The recommendations focus on promoting alternative activities, enhancing digital literacy, and imposing restrictions on digital device use, which are crucial steps toward fostering a healthier digital environment and balanced relationship with technology for students.
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- Firoj Al-Mamun
- CHINTA Research Bangladesh, Savar, Dhaka, 1342, Bangladesh.
- Department of Public Health and Informatics, Jahangirnagar University, Savar, Dhaka, Bangladesh.
- Department of Public Health, University of South Asia, Dhaka, Bangladesh.
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- CHINTA Research Bangladesh, Savar, Dhaka, 1342, Bangladesh
- Software College, Northeastern University, Shenyang, China
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- CHINTA Research Bangladesh, Savar, Dhaka, 1342, Bangladesh
- Department of Public Health and Informatics, Jahangirnagar University, Savar, Dhaka, Bangladesh
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- Department of Geography and Environment, Jahangirnagar University, Savar, Dhaka, Bangladesh
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- CHINTA Research Bangladesh, Savar, Dhaka, 1342, Bangladesh
- Department of Ayurvedic Medicine, Institute of Teaching & Research in Ayurveda, Jamnagar, Gujarat, India
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- CHINTA Research Bangladesh, Savar, Dhaka, 1342, Bangladesh
- Dental Unit, Sir Salimullah Medical College, Mitford, Dhaka, Bangladesh
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- Department of Pharmacy, Jahangirnagar University, Savar, Dhaka, Bangladesh
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- Department of Marketing, Jahangirnagar University, Savar, Dhaka, Bangladesh
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- CHINTA Research Bangladesh, Savar, Dhaka, 1342, Bangladesh
- Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, University of Rajshahi, Rajshahi, Bangladesh
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- Department of Audiology and Speech Language Pathology, Bangladesh University of Professionals, Dhaka, Bangladesh
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- Department of Agriculture, Bangladesh Agricultural University, Mymensingh, Bangladesh
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- CHINTA Research Bangladesh, Savar, Dhaka, 1342, Bangladesh
- Department of Public Health and Informatics, Jahangirnagar University, Savar, Dhaka, Bangladesh
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- Department of Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering, Jahangirnagar University, Savar, Dhaka, Bangladesh
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- Department of Public Administration, Begum Rokeya University, Rangpur, Bangladesh
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- CHINTA Research Bangladesh, Savar, Dhaka, 1342, Bangladesh
- Department of Public Health, North South University, Dhaka, Bangladesh
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- CHINTA Research Bangladesh, Savar, Dhaka, 1342, Bangladesh
- Department of Government and Politics, Jahangirnagar University, Savar, Dhaka, Bangladesh
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- Department of Psychology, College of Education and Human Development, Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine, Marshall University, 25701, Huntington, WV, USA.
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- Department of Public Health, University of South Asia, Dhaka, Bangladesh
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- Department of Biochemistry and Food Analysis, Patuakhali Science and Technology University, Patuakhali, Bangladesh
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- CHINTA Research Bangladesh, Savar, Dhaka, 1342, Bangladesh
- Department of Public Health and Informatics, Jahangirnagar University, Savar, Dhaka, Bangladesh
- Department of Public Health, University of South Asia, Dhaka, Bangladesh
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Bari LF, Ahmed I, Ahamed R, Zihan TA, Sharmin S, Pranto AH, Islam MR. Potential Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Disaster Risk and Emergency Health Management: A Critical Appraisal on Environmental Health. ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH INSIGHTS 2023; 17:11786302231217808. [PMID: 38089525 PMCID: PMC10712270 DOI: 10.1177/11786302231217808] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/21/2023] [Accepted: 11/08/2023] [Indexed: 04/19/2024]
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The risk evaluation of natural disasters is an obstacle to ensuring healthcare services during catastrophic events worldwide. Therefore, timely and appropriate environmental health risk evaluation is essential. In this study, we incorporated the information from databases such as PubMed, Google Scholar, and Scopus. We performed this study to explore the feasibility of using artificial intelligence (AI) in disaster risk and emergency health management. Natural disasters have some phenomenon that is bound to happen. So, we can use AI to inform healthcare authorities about environmental health risks and emergency medical management. The recent innovations in technology have created novel opportunities for improving healthcare services across the world. AI technology would be the backbone of the fourth industrial revolution because we are entering an AI-based world this decade. Therefore, we suggest the authorities consider this positive aspect of AI technology to minimize the disastrous outcomes of any catastrophic events.
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- Lazima Faiah Bari
- Department of Pharmacy, University of Asia Pacific, Farmgate, Dhaka, Bangladesh
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- Department of Pharmacy, University of Asia Pacific, Farmgate, Dhaka, Bangladesh
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- Department of Pharmacy, University of Asia Pacific, Farmgate, Dhaka, Bangladesh
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- Department of Pharmacy, University of Asia Pacific, Farmgate, Dhaka, Bangladesh
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- School of Pharmacy, BRAC University, Progati Sarani, Merul Badda, Dhaka, Bangladesh
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- Department of Pharmacy, University of Asia Pacific, Farmgate, Dhaka, Bangladesh
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- School of Pharmacy, BRAC University, Progati Sarani, Merul Badda, Dhaka, Bangladesh
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Nazmunnahar, Nasim R, Mosharrafa RA, Hossain I, Saima J, Taher T, Hossain MJ, Rahman MA, Islam MR. Association between flaunting behaviors on social media and among the general population in Bangladesh: A cross-sectional study. Health Sci Rep 2023; 6:e1701. [PMID: 38028690 PMCID: PMC10667962 DOI: 10.1002/hsr2.1701] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/09/2023] [Revised: 10/19/2023] [Accepted: 10/30/2023] [Indexed: 12/01/2023] Open
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Background and Aims The number of social media users is growing with each passing day at full tilt, keeping pace with digitalization and technological advances. Despite several advantages, there are also certain negative aspects to using social networking sites (SNS) for communication, amusement, self-expression, impression management, and other purposes. This study sought to investigate the association between mental health status and flaunting behaviors in social media among the general population in Bangladesh. Methods We conducted this nationwide cross-sectional online survey among 465 people aged between 18 and 60 between October 15, 2021 and January 15, 2022. Following electronic consent, we collected the socio-demographic profiles and psychometric parameters of the respondents. Additionally, we assessed the diverse perspectives on SNS usage and its relationship to the self-reported symptoms of depression and loneliness. Results The estimated prevalence of loneliness and depressive symptoms were 65.16% (mild: 39.57%, moderate: 16.56%, severe: 9.03%) and 55.49% (mild: 26.67%, moderate: 22.15%, severe: 6.67%), respectively. Key factors associated with flaunting on social media were mental health issues such as depression and loneliness. Several social factors were also considered, such as being young, of the male sex, unmarried, illiterate, a student, urban dwelling, average economic status, nuclear family structure, types of SNSs, checking social media first in the morning, and the use of SNS for gaining popularity. Conclusion A significant portion of SNS users reported symptoms of mental illness. Current study findings urge for longitudinal studies with larger sample sizes to have a nearly equal distribution of users from each social media platform for in-depth exploration of how user attitudes about SNSs and site usage patterns impact the general public's mental health. We suggest that regulating SNS usage patterns and treatment approaches would improve the situation.
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- Nazmunnahar
- Department of Sociology, Eden Women's CollegeNational University BangladeshGazipurBangladesh
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- Department of PharmacyUniversity of Asia PacificDhakaBangladesh
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- Department of Business Administration, Faculty of Business StudiesPrime UniversityDhakaBangladesh
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- Department of PharmacyUniversity of Asia PacificDhakaBangladesh
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- Department of PharmacyUniversity of Asia PacificDhakaBangladesh
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- Department of PharmacyUniversity of Asia PacificDhakaBangladesh
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Sairitupa-Sanchez LZ, Collantes-Vargas A, Rivera-Lozada O, Morales-García WC. Development and validation of a scale for streaming dependence (SDS) of online games in a Peruvian population. Front Psychol 2023; 14:1184647. [PMID: 37691786 PMCID: PMC10484621 DOI: 10.3389/fpsyg.2023.1184647] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/12/2023] [Accepted: 08/07/2023] [Indexed: 09/12/2023] Open
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Background Addiction to online video game streaming has become one of the most appealing ways to occupy leisure time and is one of the most popular activities. The satisfaction it provides and the time invested in it are two of the main reasons why it is preferred. However, despite the clear benefits that this activity offers, in some cases, excessive use can lead to personal and/or family problems or abuse. Objective The objective of the study was to develop and validate a scale to measure potential traits of dependence on online game streaming. The participants were 423 Peruvian adults aged between 18 and 47 years (M = 22.87, SD = 5.02). The Streaming Dependence Scale (SDS) was developed based on a literature review, and exploratory factor analysis (EFA) and confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) were conducted. Results The scale showed adequate internal consistency (α, CR, ω, and H > 80). Confirmatory analysis confirmed the one-dimensional structure (χ2 = 10.250, df = 5; p = 0.068; CFI = 0.98, TLI = 0.96, RMSEA = 0.06, SRMR = 0.05). Conclusion The brief SDS is a valid and reliable measure that can be used as a useful tool to identify and evaluate streaming dependence.
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- Liset Z. Sairitupa-Sanchez
- Escuela Profesional de Psicología, Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud, Universidad Peruana Unión, Lima, Peru
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- Escuela Profesional de Psicología, Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud, Universidad Peruana Unión, Lima, Peru
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- South American Center for Education and Research in Public Health, Universidad Norbert Wiener, Lima, Peru
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- Escuela de Medicina Humana, Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud, Universidad Peruana Unión, Lima, Peru
- Escuela de Posgrado, Universidad Peruana Unión, Lima, Peru
- Facultad de Teología, Universidad Peruana Unión, Lima, Peru
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