Cross-sectional study reveals internet addiction is linked to increased stress, depression, and anxiety in young adults, indicating a mental health concern.
Key Points
Internet addiction is strongly related to increased levels of stress, depression, and anxiety among young adults.
Over 60% of participants reported significant internet addiction correlated with mental distress measures.
Cross-sectional analysis utilized the Internet Addiction Test and DASS-21 to evaluate mental health indicators.
Identifying and addressing internet addiction can enhance mental health support for young adults, particularly in non-traditional student groups.