Systematic review reveals phubbing's negative effects on social interactions and psychological well-being, suggesting crucial implications for society.
Key Points
Phubbing significantly impacts social interactions, detracting from meaningful connections in both personal and professional contexts.
Analysis of 43 studies highlights factors such as psychological well-being and sociocultural influences as core determinants of phubbing behavior.
The review followed PRISMA guidelines and included only empirical studies operationalizing phubbing with quantitative methods for rigorous analysis.
Findings form a framework demonstrating how technology shapes social behaviors like phubbing, stressing the need for more focused research and policy interventions.