Yuanyuan Sun

International College, Krirk University, Bangkok 10220, Thailand

DOI : https://doi.org/10.58806/ijsshmr.2025.v4i1n05

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ABSTRACT

Besides ushering in an unprecedented level of material convenience for humanity, mobile phones have inevitably led to numerous mental health issues. The phenomenon of psychological problems arising from dependence, addiction, and problematic usage of the internet and mobile phones has become increasingly widespread. Various social adversities stemming from mental health issues have garnered comprehensive attention across society. At a certain university in Henan Province, the degree of mobile phone dependence among college students is at a moderate level. Therefore, studying the students at this university is representative of higher education institutions throughout Henan Province and holds considerable research value. This study surveyed 335 individuals from a university in Henan Province and conducted empirical analysis. The findings indicate that mobile phone dependency negatively impacts mental health. The scale measuring mobile phone dependency demonstrates a significant negative correlation with emotional intelligence. Moreover, emotional intelligence positively influences mental health.

KEYWORDS:

Henan University Students; Mobile Phone Dependency; Emotional Intelligence; Mental Health

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