Linking mental health and digital addiction in general population: an overview of thematic evolution and trends from a science mapping perspective

Category	Detail
Condition	Digital Addiction and Mental Health
Key Mechanisms	Excessive use of digital technologies leading to behavioral symptoms similar to addiction, impacting mental health.
Target Population	General population experiencing digital addiction.
Care Setting	Multidisciplinary research across psychology, psychiatry, public health, education, and information sciences.

Digital addiction is linked to anxiety disorders, sleep quality issues, and depression.
Research indicates a correlation between digital addiction and various psychological problems.
Digital addiction encompasses subtypes such as internet addiction, gaming disorder, social media addiction, and smartphone addiction.
The study provides a systematic mapping of key concepts and their evolution over time.
Emerging research fronts and underexplored populations related to digital addiction and mental health are identified.

Assess for symptoms of digital addiction using established behavioral addiction criteria.

Implement interventions targeting digital addiction to improve mental health outcomes.

Regularly evaluate the psychological impact of digital technology use on individuals.

Monitor for signs of anxiety, depression, and sleep disorders associated with digital addiction.

Individuals exhibiting symptoms of digital addiction.

Address underlying psychological issues contributing to digital addiction.

Utilize a multidisciplinary approach to address digital addiction and its mental health implications.
Incorporate behavioral therapies to manage symptoms of digital addiction.
Educate patients on the risks associated with excessive digital technology use.

Clinical Scorecard: Examining the Relationship Between Mental Health and Digital Addiction in the General Population: A Review of Thematic Trends and Evolution Through Science Mapping Analysis