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Exploring the Relationship Between Smartphone Usage and Attention Span Among College Students in the Digital Era

By Josephine Manapsal

Exploring the Relationship Between Smartphone Usage and Attention Span Among College Students in the Digital Era Psychology

Exploring the Relationship Between Smartphone Usage and Attention Span Among College Students in the Digital Era

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Research Paper (postgraduate) from the year 2024 in the subject Psychology - Cognition, , language: English, abstract: This study explored the impact of smartphone usage on attention span among 150 college students, focusing on usage duration, purpose (academic, recreational, social), and intensity (light, moderate, heavy). Employing a quantitative-correlational design, data were gathered through a structured questionnaire and the Mindful Attention Awareness Scale (MAAS). Descriptive statistics revealed that the majority of participants were moderate to heavy smartphone users, with a high preference for social and recreational use over academic purposes. Correlational analysis indicated a significant negative relationship between smartphone usage and attention span (r = -0.42, p < 0.01), suggesting that increased smartphone use is associated with reduced attention. ANOVA results showed statistically significant differences in attention span based on both the type and intensity of smartphone usage (p < 0.05), with recreational and heavy users exhibiting notably lower attention scores compared to academic and light users. These findings highlight the cognitive risks of excessive smartphone engagement and support the implementation of digital well-being interventions in academic settings. Future research should examine longitudinal outcomes and consider psychological moderators such as self-regulation and mindfulness.
Product details
Binding:
Paperback
Edition:
1
Number of Pages:
24
Release Date:
2025-06-16
Publication Date:
2025-06-16
Publisher:
GRIN Verlag
Languages:
Original: English
ISBN10:
3389143068
ISBN13:
9783389143063
Weight:
51 g
Height:
148 cm
Width:
210 cm
Thickness:
3 cm
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