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Comparative Study

| Published: May 24, 2024

To Compare the Self-Esteem of Internet Addicts and Non Addicts among University Students

Tapasvini Talreja

Student, Amity Institute of Psychology and Allied Sciences, Amity University, Noida, UP, India Google Scholar More about the auther

, Dr. Ritu Raj

Assistant Professor, Amity Institute of Psychology and Allied Sciences, Amity University, Noida, UP, India Google Scholar More about the auther

DIP: 18.01.449.20241202

DOI: 10.25215/1202.449

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This study aimed to compare the self-esteem levels of university students classified as internet addicts and non-addicts. A sample of 100 young adults aged 18-25 years from various universities in Delhi NCR was utilised, employing convenience sampling. Data were collected using the Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale (1965) and the Internet Addiction Test. Analysis revealed a nonsignificant difference in self-esteem variations between internet addicts and non-addicts. However, the t-test illustrated significantly lower self-esteem levels among internet addicts compared to nonaddicts (t(98) = -1.72, p = 0.04). These results suggest a clear association between internet addiction and diminished self-esteem among university students. Interventions targeting internet addiction may aid in enhancing self-esteem and overall well-being in this demographic. Further research is warranted to explore the underlying mechanisms linking internet addiction and self-esteem, facilitating the development of tailored intervention strategies. This study contributes to the understanding of the relationship between internet addiction and self-esteem, highlighting the importance of addressing internet addiction in promoting positive psychological outcomes among university students.

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ISSN 2348-5396

ISSN 2349-3429

18.01.449.20241202

10.25215/1202.449

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Published in   Special Issues of Volume 12, Issue 2, 2024