Mediation Effect of Technology Digital Addiction between Anxiety, Burnout and Academic Performance

The rapid expansion of digital infrastructure in Malaysia has significantly increased internet accessibility, leading to a rise in digital addiction among students. With the widespread use of smartphones and laptops, concerns about technology dependence are growing. This study explores how digital addiction mediates the relationship between anxiety, burnout, and academic performance. The findings reveal significant associations among anxiety, burnout, digital addiction, and perceived academic performance. Moreover, the study confirms that digital addiction partially mediates the relationships between anxiety and academic performance, and between burnout and academic performance, with both direct and indirect effects remaining significant. These findings highlight the pivotal role of digital addiction as a mechanism linking psychological distress to students’ academic outcomes.