Smartphone Addiction and its Effect on Sleep Patterns

Abstract The rising dependence on smartphones, especially among youth, has led to notable disruptions in sleep patterns.This research investigates connection between sleep quality and smartphone addiction Data was collected from 60 respondents aged 18–35 through a Google Form. The results revealed the 63.3% of Candidates reported poor sleep quality, while 75% demonstrated moderate to high levels of smartphone addiction. Emotional triggers such as boredom, anxiety, and loneliness played a substantial role in excessive nighttime phone usage. Addiction levels and poor sleep quality were revealed to be strongly positively correlated. These findings emphasize the importance of implementing digital hygiene practices and behavioral interventions to improve sleep and overall well-being. Keywords Smartphone Addiction, Sleep Quality, SAS-SV, PSQI, Screen Time, Mental Health, Digital Behavior, Youth Well-being