PURPOSE: This study examined nursing students' levels of Internet addiction, loneliness, and satisfaction with life. DESIGN AND METHODS: This descriptive, cross-sectional study was conducted in included university involving 160 nursing students who completed an information form and the Internet addiction, UCLA Loneliness, and Satisfaction with Life Scales. FINDINGS: No significant correlation was found between students' Internet addiction, loneliness, and life satisfaction (P > .05). However, a significant positive correlation between loneliness and life satisfaction was observed (P < .05). PRACTICE IMPLICATIONS: Measures to raise students' awareness of Internet addiction and social activities to enhance communication skills and life satisfaction should be planned.
PURPOSE: This study examined nursing students' levels of Internet addiction, loneliness, and satisfaction with life. DESIGN AND METHODS: This descriptive, cross-sectional study was conducted in included university involving 160 nursing students who completed an information form and the Internet addiction, UCLA Loneliness, and Satisfaction with Life Scales. FINDINGS: No significant correlation was found between students' Internet addiction, loneliness, and life satisfaction (P > .05). However, a significant positive correlation between loneliness and life satisfaction was observed (P < .05). PRACTICE IMPLICATIONS: Measures to raise students' awareness of Internet addiction and social activities to enhance communication skills and life satisfaction should be planned.
Authors: Ewa Kupcewicz; Marzena Mikla; Helena Kadučáková; Elżbieta Grochans Journal: Int J Environ Res Public Health Date: 2022-03-02 Impact factor: 3.390