The correlation between mindfulness and problematic smartphone use: A meta-analysis

IF 3.7 2区医学 Q1 PSYCHOLOGY, CLINICAL

Addictive behaviors Pub Date : 2025-02-02 DOI:10.1016/j.addbeh.2025.108272

Yangshu Ru , Hassan C. Norlizah , Nur Aimi Nasuha Burhanuddin , Huange Liu , Jingyi Dong

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Abstract

Objectives

In the modern era of constant digital technological advancements, problematic smartphone use has become a key issue in educational psychology. This phenomenon affects individual psychological well-being and academic or other performance and encompasses interpersonal relationships and societal aspects, divulging the intricate correlation between technology usage and human behavior. This study aims to explore mindfulness as an intervention measure to lessen problematic smartphone use.

Methods

Based on the PRISMA method, this study used a meta-analytic approach to explore the relationship between mindfulness and problematic smartphone use systematically. Systematic literature searches for papers published before February 2024 yielded 29 studies, including 17,534 individuals and 30 effect sizes. The sample comprised participants from Eastern cultures (n = 22 studies) and Western cultures (n = 8 studies).

Results

The meta-analysis revealed a significant negative correlation between mindfulness and problematic smartphone use (r = −0.399, 95 % CI [−0.457, −0.338], p < 0.001). Moderator analyses revealed the strongest relationship when using the Child and Adolescent Mindfulness Measure (CAMM) (r = −0.498), while the Five Facet Mindfulness Questionnaire (FFMQ) showed the weakest (r = −0.245). Cultural background analyses indicated stronger effects in Eastern cultures (r = −0.428) compared to Western cultures (r = −0.316). Gender analyses revealed stronger effects among female participants (β = −0.510, p < 0.05).

Conclusion

These findings demonstrate that mindfulness serves as an effective approach to addressing problematic smartphone use. The significant moderating effects identified have important implications for the implementation of mindfulness-based interventions in educational settings.

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正念与有问题的智能手机使用之间的关系：一项荟萃分析

在数字技术不断进步的现代时代，智能手机的使用问题已经成为教育心理学的一个关键问题。这种现象影响个人的心理健康和学业或其他方面的表现，并涉及人际关系和社会方面，揭示了技术使用与人类行为之间的复杂关系。本研究旨在探索正念作为一种干预措施，以减少有问题的智能手机使用。方法基于PRISMA方法，采用元分析方法系统探讨正念与问题智能手机使用之间的关系。对2024年2月之前发表的论文进行系统文献检索，得出了29项研究，包括17,534个个体和30个效应值。样本包括来自东方文化（n = 22项研究）和西方文化（n = 8项研究）的参与者。结果荟萃分析显示，正念与问题智能手机使用之间存在显著负相关(r = - 0.399, 95% CI [- 0.457, - 0.338], p <；0.001)。调节因子分析显示，使用儿童和青少年正念测量（CAMM）时关系最强（r = - 0.498），而使用五方面正念问卷（FFMQ）时关系最弱（r = - 0.245）。文化背景分析表明，与西方文化（r = - 0.316）相比，东方文化（r = - 0.428）的影响更强。性别分析显示女性参与者的影响更强(β = - 0.510, p <；0.05)。这些发现表明，正念是解决智能手机使用问题的有效方法。所确定的显著调节效应对在教育环境中实施基于正念的干预具有重要意义。

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Addictive behaviors 医学-药物滥用

CiteScore

8.40

自引率

4.50%

发文量

283

审稿时长

46 days

期刊介绍： Addictive Behaviors is an international peer-reviewed journal publishing high quality human research on addictive behaviors and disorders since 1975. The journal accepts submissions of full-length papers and short communications on substance-related addictions such as the abuse of alcohol, drugs and nicotine, and behavioral addictions involving gambling and technology. We primarily publish behavioral and psychosocial research but our articles span the fields of psychology, sociology, psychiatry, epidemiology, social policy, medicine, pharmacology and neuroscience. While theoretical orientations are diverse, the emphasis of the journal is primarily empirical. That is, sound experimental design combined with valid, reliable assessment and evaluation procedures are a requisite for acceptance. However, innovative and empirically oriented case studies that might encourage new lines of inquiry are accepted as well. Studies that clearly contribute to current knowledge of etiology, prevention, social policy or treatment are given priority. Scholarly commentaries on topical issues, systematic reviews, and mini reviews are encouraged. We especially welcome multimedia papers that incorporate video or audio components to better display methodology or findings. Studies can also be submitted to Addictive Behaviors? companion title, the open access journal Addictive Behaviors Reports, which has a particular interest in ''non-traditional'', innovative and empirically-oriented research such as negative/null data papers, replication studies, case reports on novel treatments, and cross-cultural research.