The relationship between mobile phone use and suicide-related behaviors among adolescents: The mediating role of depression and interpersonal problems

Apr 7, 2020Journal of affective disorders

How mobile phone use relates to suicide behaviors in teens through depression and social problems

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Abstract

High-intensity mobile phone use is associated with increased risk for suicide-related behaviors and self-harming behaviors among adolescents.

  • Interpersonal problems and depression may mediate the relationship between mobile phone use and suicide-related behaviors.
  • Adolescents with high mobile phone use reported a history of suicidal ideation, planning, and attempts.
  • Self-harming behaviors were also linked to high-intensity mobile phone use in this population.
  • The findings suggest that addressing interpersonal issues and depression could be crucial in reducing these risks.

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