Nomophobia and sleep Quality: An Emerging Problem Among Youth

The uses of new technologies have become an integral part of our daily lives. We are observing unprecedented developments in terms of technology which are converging and making our life easier and more efficient. The mobile phone (MP) industry has come a long way in progress and creativity. This has incorporated the use of mobile phones in all aspects of daily living and at almost all levels of human activities, including entertainment, business, acquisition of knowledge, and social networking. Young people in particular appeared to be susceptible to high smartphone users. Along with the advantages that it provides from ready availability to convenient access to the internet, and a sense of comfort and connection to others. Although, smartphones offer enormous advantages to humankind, however we cannot ignore that this development can also bring about dependency and a negative impact particularly to the young generation. One such condition is known as “nomophobia” or “no-mobile phone phobia,which is the fear of being separated from one’s mobile phone. The penetration of smartphones into human life finds expression in problematic smartphone use where one is unable to manage their usage and further increases screen time which directly causes problem with their sleeping patter.The present paper explores the emerging of new technology and the concept of Nomophobia, and the impact on sleeping pattern.