The Impact of Smartphone Addiction and Nomophobia on Lifestyle Factors

Abstract

Smartphone addiction and nomophobia are social problems many people suffer in this modern digital society, and not thinking of the disadvantages of using for prolonged hours. This study looks at how smartphone addiction and nomophobia influence the various aspects smartphone users. Including quality of sleep, physical activity, and eating habits. The study uses mixed methods: quantitative and qualitative to find the level of smartphone usage and nomophobia. The findings of the study reveal that people who misuse smartphones have poor lifestyle outcomes and health with high use of the device associated with adverse lifestyles in the young generation. Future studies on digital detox and mindful use of smartphone are needed.