The impact of psychological resources on smartphone addiction among generation Z students

Abstract

In the digital era, smartphones have become an intergral part of daily life, particularly for Generation Z - those born into and raised with digital technology. However, the excessive use of smartphones and the rising trend of smartphone addiction among this group have become a growing concern for both parents and professionals. This study aims to examine the impact of psychological resources on smartphone addiction tendencies among Generation Z students. A survey was conducted with 375 high school students in Hanoi. Findings from univariate regression analysis indicate that psychological resources play a positive role in reducing smartphone addiction tendencies. Moreover, when examined simultaneously in multivariate models, self-perceived competence and resilience emerged as the most significant and influential factors. These findings highlight the protective role of psychological resources and suggest potential pathways for intervention strategies aimed at mitigating smartphone addiction among Generation Z students.