Demographic, social, psychological, mental health, and academic correlates of problematic smartphone use among French psychology students - Scorecard - MDSpire
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Demographic, social, psychological, mental health, and academic correlates of problematic smartphone use among French psychology students
Clinical Scorecard: Correlates of Problematic Smartphone Use in French Psychology Students: An Analysis of Demographic, Social, Psychological, Mental Health, and Academic Factors
At a Glance
Category
Detail
Condition
Problematic Smartphone Use (PSU)
Key Mechanisms
Impulsivity, cognitive control, mental health
Target Population
French psychology students
Care Setting
University environment
Key Highlights
Prevalence of PSU among psychology students estimated between 1.64% and 25%
Higher PSU scores observed in younger students, women, and bisexual participants
Impulsivity identified as the strongest predictor of PSU
Lower social support and higher neuroticism associated with higher PSU
Sleep difficulties and depressive mood partially mediate the SUF–PSU relationship
Guideline-Based Recommendations
Diagnosis
Assess PSU using standardized measures and consider sociodemographic factors.
Management
Focus on self-regulation, emotional coping, and context-specific smartphone use.
Monitoring & Follow-up
Regularly evaluate smartphone use behaviors and mental health indicators.
Risks
Monitor for signs of psychological distress and academic impairment related to PSU.
Patient & Prescribing Data
Psychology undergraduate and master's students in France
Interventions should address impulsivity and cognitive control.
Clinical Best Practices
Implement educational programs on the risks of excessive smartphone use.
Encourage the development of coping strategies for emotional regulation.
Promote awareness of the impact of smartphone use on academic performance.
