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Review Papers | Health Sciences | India | Volume 13 Issue 8, August 2024 | Rating: 4.2 / 10
A Review of Internet Use as a Leisure Activity Among College Students: Trends, Impacts, and Future Directions
Dr. Jayathiee Sen [6] | Harikumar Pallathadka [5] | Dr. Ajit Kumar Ngangbam [5]
Abstract: The review article aimed to gather information regarding the use of the Internet as a leisure activity among college students. Many research articles are diversified towards different aspects of internet use, such as the importance of academics, the COVID - 19 period, preparing notes, etc., among students. This review aims to examine the role of internet use as a leisure activity among college students, assessing its prevalence, positive and negative impacts, and the implications for student well - being and academic performance. Only thirty - seven research articles focus on using the Internet during leisure activities among college students. The range of duration of published articles is between 2012 and 2024. Eight databases were searched: PubMed, Scopus, Embase, Cochrane Library, PsycINFO, Schematic Scholar, and Research Gate. Studies involved college students aged 18 to 25 from various Indian and international colleges. Playing games is the most popular Internet leisure activity among college students, followed by using Facebook and spending time to cope with multiple mental issues. Few studies have identified Internet use during leisure as ?Internet Addiction?. Using the Internet during leisure was not reported to be beneficial for college students. In summary, this review explores the use of the Internet as a leisure activity among college students, analyzing 37 research articles published between 2012 and 2024. The study examines various dimensions of Internet use, such as gaming, social media engagement, and its impact on mental health. Findings indicate that while the Internet serves as a key tool for relaxation and entertainment, it also poses challenges, including addiction and mental health issues. The review highlights the need for balanced Internet use and suggests further research into mitigating negative outcomes.
Keywords: Internet use, Leisure activities, College students, Mental health, Internet addiction
Edition: Volume 13 Issue 8, August 2024,
Pages: 1815 - 1820