Does Smartphone Addiction Affect Respiratory Capacity and Physical Activity Level in Young Adults?

Authors : Hüseyin Gerdan, Gözde Kesikbaş, Elif Asan, Mine Pekesen Kurtça, Nilgün Bek

Pages : 100-107

Doi:10.30720/ered.1498792

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Publication Date : 2025-05-30

Article Type : Research Paper

Abstract :Purpose: To examine the effect of smartphone addiction levels on respiratory capacity and physical activity levels in young adults. Materials and Methods: Individuals aged 18 and over were included in the study. Participants completed a demographic data form, the Short Form of the Smartphone Addiction Scale, and the Short Form of the International Physical Activity Questionnaire. Additionally, Peak Expiratory Flow Rate (PEFR) measurements were performed to assess respiratory capacity. Mann-Whitney U test was used for group comparisons, Pearson test for correlation analysis, and Chi-square test for categorical variables. Results: No gender difference was found in smartphone addiction levels, while male participants showed a significant difference in body mass index and PEFR (p=0.001, p=0.0001, respectively). No significant relationship was found between smartphone use, physical activity level, and PEFR (p>0.05). A significant difference was observed in smartphone addiction status regarding smoking (p=0.0001). Non-smokers were also found not to be addicted to smartphones. Conclusion: To mitigate the negative effects of smartphone addiction, smoking habits and gender-related factors should be considered, and physiotherapists have an essential role in social screening, awareness, and postural training to reduce predisposition to addiction.
Keywords : akıllı telefon, bağımlılık, solunum

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