Pattern of online technology and its impact on productivity at workplace - 08/07/17
Résumé |
Background |
Internet use has affected the pattern of working style at the workplace. Recent years have seen an increased use of online activities (especially pornography/gaming) at the workplace. It has been shown to affect productivity at the workplace. There is a dearth of literature from the Indian context in this area.
Aim |
This study was conducted to explore the pattern of pornography use and gaming at the workplace and its dysfunctions.
Setting and design |
The present study was a cross-sectional prospective study.
Materials and methods |
The objective of the study was to assess the pattern of pornography use at the workplace. Five hundred employees having experience of internet use for more than a year of various government/private sector organizations in Bengaluru were assessed using background data sheet, DSM-5 criteria, internet addiction test and pornography addiction screening instrument. Users who were unwilling to participate were excluded from the study.
Results |
Seven to 9% reported preference for Internet to work, meals, personal hygiene, sleep, and interaction with family members and effects on productivity. Three to 4% have excessive use of pornography and game.
Conclusions |
The present study has implications for evolving psychoeducational modules for the promotion of healthy use of technology.
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Vol 41 - N° S
P. S460 - avril 2017 Retour au numéro
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