Perspect Psychiatr Care. 2020 Jan 22. doi: 10.1111/ppc.12474
Turan N1, Durgun H2, Kaya H1, Aştı T3, Yilmaz Y1, Gündüz G1, Kuvan D1, Ertaş G1.
Abstract
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.
KEYWORDS: Internet addiction; loneliness and life satisfaction; nursing students
PMID: 31970780
DOI: 10.1111/ppc.12474
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