Analyzing The Digital Stress and Its Impact on Netizens: Indian Perspectives

Abstract

Technology is both boon and curse for human beings. Stress is the gift of modern and complex lifestyle. The psychological and physical effects of digital stressors on Indian netizens are the focus of this study. Digital stress factors (demographics, type of employment, and screen time) and their psychological and physical effects on Indian internet users; the effects of extended screen time on specific health problems; the psychological effects of the study, such as addiction and loneliness; and the relationship between employment type and digital stress and hyper-competition in online gaming A descriptive and analytical study used a standardized questionnaire with a broad demographic range to collect data from 225 respondents. The study collected quantitative and qualitative data using online and offline questionnaires. ANOVA, regression, correlation, and descriptive statistics were used in SPSS or R to analyze data. Screen use was positively correlated (H₁) with physical health issues such as neck pain, finger pain, and poor vision. In addition, regression analysis found that digital stress factors, particularly screen time, strongly predict psychological issues such as addiction and loneliness among netizens (H₂). The demographic survey found that most respondents were male, 26–35 years old, and worked. The correlation matrix showed strong relationships between digital stress factors and their consequences. The study reveals that prolonged screen usage causes psychological and physical health difficulties, revealing that Indian netizens struggle with digital stress. The findings show that digital stress must be addressed by raising awareness and creating demographic-specific remedies.