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Nik-Farjam F, Hojjati H. The Relationship between Mobile Phone Dependency and Social Skills of Students in Gonbad Kavoush. 3 2019; 10 (2) :77-86
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Introduction: Nowadays, mobile phone and Internet usage, along with all the advantages. Negative consequences such as cellphone addiction that disrupt students' social skills and lifestyle. The purpose of this study was to investigate the relationship between mobile phone dependency and social skills of students in Gonbad Kavous city in 1397.
Methods: This descriptive correlational study was performed on 400 female students of Gonbadkavus city using cluster sampling method. The data collection tool was the standard questionnaire of mobile dependency (COS) and social control questionnaire (TISS). Data analysis was done by Spearman correlation coefficient and Kruskal-Wallis test.
Results: The rate of social dependency on mobile phone was 61.69 +13.49 social skills 139.55 +19 19.49. Statistical analysis showed a significant difference between these two variables(P<0/01, r=-0/26) With the increasing dependence on mobile phones has reduced social skills.
Discussion: The results of this study showed that social skills decrease with increasing dependence on mobile phones. Therefore, educational managers and planners should invest in filling leisure time and educating students and enhancing life skills, taking advantage of new technologies and opportunities.
 
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Type of Study: Research | Subject: Special
Received: 2020/05/19 | Accepted: 2020/05/19 | Published: 2020/05/19

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