The prevalence, risks and associations of problematic cell phone use and sexting on mental health
Mental Health and Social Inclusion
ISSN: 2042-8308
Article publication date: 11 December 2020
Issue publication date: 23 February 2021
Abstract
Purpose
This paper aims to provide an examination of how cell phone use and sexting are impacting society and our mental health.
Design/methodology/approach
Mental health risks are becoming prominent in this worldwide epidemic affecting children, teens and adults. Cell phones are problematic because of their addictive nature and associations with adverse mental health consequences.
Findings
Because of the mental health implications, it is important to study the prevalence, risk factors, effects, associations and treatment options for excessive cell phone use, including sexting.
Originality/value
This conceptual paper explores the impact of cell phone use and sexting on our mental health.
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Acknowledgements
Conflict of Interest: Author 1, Author 2, Author 3, Author 4 and Author 5 declare that they have no conflict of interest.No animal or human studies were carried out by the authors for this article.
Citation
Scott, D.A., McCormick, K., Smith, K., Budlong, E. and Vitonis, A. (2021), "The prevalence, risks and associations of problematic cell phone use and sexting on mental health", Mental Health and Social Inclusion, Vol. 25 No. 1, pp. 52-62. https://doi.org/10.1108/MHSI-08-2020-0053
Publisher
:Emerald Publishing Limited
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