Technological Immersion and Digital Dependency: Psychological Implications for Contemporary Students

Smartphones have become a necessity for people because they want everything at their fingertips. In today’s world, it is really hard for people to avoid using devices like phones, laptops and tablets. Students use these devices for studying, talking to friends, having fun and even relaxing. Technology has made life a lot easier, and learning is more accessible now. However, there is a growing concern about the problems that can come from using devices too much. Many students spend a lot of time scrolling through media, watching videos, playing games or chatting online. At first, it might not seem like a deal, but it can become a habit that makes students feel uncomfortable or anxious when they are not using their devices. By using the interview method, the data from questions related to the research paper, and find out that this is a problem that can affect students study their mental and social life. They feel emotionally low and make comparisons of how well they do in their life without digital enhancement and how they get along with others.