Internet Addiction, Emotional intelligence and Psychological wellbeing of College Students at Hyderabad

Abstract

Background: To assess the impact of internet dependence, emotional acumen and psychological health of college students at Hyderabad city, this research was done.

Study Design: Study design is cross sectional analytical

Method:  300 college students, of both genders, with age ranging from 16 to 19 years were taken as sample. For data collection official consent was seeked from the institutional heads of the colleges of both genders. The instruments used were, Bio data form, IAT by Kimberly Young 1998 (Urdu version), SRMEI by Daniel Goleman 1995 (Urdu version by Dr Anila Kamal 2010) and Carol Ryff 1995 PW scale (Urdu version by Rehana Manzor 2014). 

Results: On SPSS the acquired information was transferred for statistical purpose while using Mean differences, Regression and Pearson correlation. The findings suggested an important impact of internet obsession on aptitude and the mental wellbeing of the participants, proving all hypotheses.  Note-worthy negative bond between the internet obsession, emotional intellect and cognitive health was witnessed. Similarly, there is negative association seen amongst cyber addiction and emotional intelligence.

Implication: The conclusion will play an important role for the care givers and guiders to put them in the picture and to direct the youth from their early age on the subject of constructive control of their expressions and proper usage of technology to maintain healthy psycho-social life style.