Digital Wellbeing in the Age of Constant Connectivity

  • Authors

    • Narendra Karmarkar Mathematician and Computer Scientist, Tata Institute of Fundamental Research, India. Author

    DOI:

    https://doi.org/10.67228/3071561X/IJIRHT-2024PI7A9R

    Published 06-04-2024

  • Digital Wellbeing, Constant Connectivity, Digital Fatigue, Mental Health, Screen Time Management, Artificial Intelligence, Human-Centered Computing, Digital Wellness, Work-Life Balance, Sustainable Digital Transformation

    Issue

    Vol. 7 No. 1 (2024)

    Section

    Articles

    How to Cite

    [1]
    N. Karmarkar, “Digital Wellbeing in the Age of Constant Connectivity”, IJIRHT, vol. 7, no. 1, pp. 01–17, Jun. 2024, doi: 10.67228/3071561X/IJIRHT-2024PI7A9R.

  • Abstract

    Digital technologies, social media, mobile devices, cloud computing, and the internet have transformed how people communicate, work, learn, and live. While these advancements improve connectivity and productivity, they also contribute to challenges such as digital stress, information overload, sleep disturbances, reduced attention spans, and mental health concerns. Digital wellbeing refers to maintaining a healthy, safe, and balanced relationship with technology. This study explores the factors affecting digital wellbeing and proposes a Digital Wellbeing Management Framework (DWMF) that integrates technological, psychological, organizational, and behavioral dimensions. The framework addresses key issues including screen time management, work-life balance, mental health, digital fatigue, online safety, and productivity. The findings indicate that excessive technology use negatively impacts emotional well-being, cognitive performance, and social relationships. The study also highlights the potential of AI, machine learning, and digital behavior analytics to enhance digital wellbeing through personalized interventions and intelligent monitoring. It concludes that achieving sustainable digital wellbeing requires a multidisciplinary approach involving technology governance, digital literacy, behavioral awareness, and human-centered design principles.

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