Is There an Association Between Smartsphone Addiction and Obesity in Young Adults?

Is There an Association Between Smartsphone Addiction, Obesity and Functional Capacity in Young Adults?

BACKGROUND: smartphone dependence causes adverse effects on one's lifestyle such as dietary habits and daily routines, resulting in overweight or obesity. Additionally, academic stress also contributes to addictive behaviors, such as smartphone addiction. Research shows that problematic smartphone use is significantly associated with loneliness, low self-esteem, and depression. Poor mental health is also proven to be a risk factor for obesity in young adults.

Inclusion Criteria:

• both genders.
• Participants between the age 18 and 25 years
• Oriented, medically stable
• Sedentary lifestyle
• Use smartphone > 5 hours daily
• addiction at least 6 months before study

Exclusion Criteria:

• Patients suffering from any chronic illness (CVDS)
• Patients with neurological or musculoskeletal diseases
• Patients with kidney diseases
• Patients with liver diseases
• Diabetes
• High blood pressure
• Athletes