The Relationship Between Internet Addiction and Psychological Well-Being Among University Students

Abstract

In today’s digital age, the prevalence of internet addiction and its potential impact on the psychological well-being of university students is a growing concern. Thus, this study explores the relationship between internet addiction and psychological well-being among university students in Jaipur District. Method & Tools: It was a cross sectional study which included a sample of 63 university students, selected thorough random sampling based on predetermined criteria. The study employed Ryff’s Psychological Well-Being Scales (PWB), 42 Item version, and Internet Addiction (IA) Test as tools. Results: The t-test revealed no significant difference between male and female students on both IA (t= -0.174, p= 0.862) and PWB (t= -0.648, p= 0.521). The Pearson Correlation analysis revealed that IA was significantly negatively correlated to PWB (r= -0.467, p<0.01) and dimensions of PWB, indicating that higher levels of IA are linked to lower levels of PWB among university students. Additionally simple linear regression showed that IA was a significant negative predictor of PWB (R2= 0.218, F= 17.047, p<0.000) and its dimensions. Conclusion: These results highlight the need for targeted interventions aimed at reducing internet addiction among university students to enhance their Psychological well-being.