The relationship between nomophobia level and worry severity in future healthcare professional candidates. Issue 1 (6th April 2021)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Polat, Filiz; Delibaş, Leyla; Bilir, İbrahim
• Other Names: Barkin Jennifer L. guestEditor.
• Is Part Of: Perspectives in psychiatric care. Volume 58:Issue 1(2022)
• Page Start: 339
• Page End: 347
• Publication Date: 2021-04-06
• Subjects: mobile phone addiction -- nomophobia -- phobia -- worry -- young adults; Psychiatric nursing -- Periodicals; Psychiatric nursing -- Research -- Periodicals; 616.890231
• DOI: 10.1111/ppc.12792
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0031-5990

Abstract

Abstract: Purpose: This descriptive study was conducted to determine the relationship between nomophobia level and anxiety severity among university students. Design and Methods: The study was completed with a total of 745 students. A descriptive questionnaire and the nomophobia questionnaire and measure of worry severity. Descriptive statistics, correlation analyses were used. Finding: It was found positive correlation was determined between the nomophobia level and severity of anxiety. Practical Implications: İndividuals with nomophobia should be given the necessary assistance before the current situation worsens. Information about the correct use of the smartphone should be provided.