Excessive Smartphone Use, Interference of Technology, and Its Association with Social Relationships among Young Adults

Author(s)	Ms. Jahnvi Tiwari, Prof. Rashmi Singh
Country	India
Abstract	The present study explored the relationship between excessive smartphone use, interference of technology, and social relationships among young adults of Varanasi. The study aimed to examine gender differences and interrelationships among smartphone addiction, interference of technology, and social relationships. A sample of 200 students (100 males and 100 females) from various colleges of Varanasi was selected through purposive random sampling. Findings revealed that male students showed significantly higher smartphone addiction and interference compared to female students. Social relationship scores were comparatively healthier among female students. Smartphone addiction showed a positive relationship with technoference and a negative relationship with social relationships. The findings indicate excessive smartphone use interrupting interpersonal interaction and weakened healthy social adjustment.
Keywords	Smartphone addiction, Psychological wellbeing, Young adults.
Published In	Volume 8, Issue 3, May-June 2026
Published On	2026-05-23
DOI	https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2026.v08i03.79228

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