Prevalence and Risk Factors of Mobile Screen Dependence in Arab Women Screened with Psychological Stress: A Cross-Talk with Demographics and Insomnia

<b>Background/Objectives</b>: The current study aims to investigate the rate and the factors associated with mobile screen dependence as a coping mechanism among women residing in Jordan and screened for stress, with a focus on demographics and insomnia. <b>Methods</b>: This cross-sectional study with predefined inclusion criteria used validated tools to assess stress, anxiety, and insomnia. <b>Results</b>: The data analyzed from 431 women showed that 265 (61.5%) were ≤25 years old, 352 (81.7%) received a university education, and 201 (46.6%) were current students. In addition, 207 (48.0%) reported a dependence on mobile screens for coping, 107 (24.8%) reported severe anxiety, and 180 (41.7%) reported severe insomnia. The multivariable regression analysis revealed that mobile screen dependence-as a personal coping choice-was significantly associated with "students" (OR = 1.75, 95% CI = 1.19-2.57, <i>p</i> = 0.004) and "severe insomnia" (OR = 1.07, 95% CI = 1.07-2.32, <i>p</i> = 0.02). <b>Conclusions</b>: We report that a high rate of mobile dependence is associated with students and insomnia. Prompt action should be taken to raise awareness regarding the proper coping mechanisms in this population.