AbstractToday the Internet is the most powerful tool in the world. It is a collection of various services and resources. Though Internet is playing an important part in our daily life, it has its own advantages and disadvantages. In recent years, Internet addiction has been a worldwide problem among youth. It affects the person mentally, physically and socially too.
The aim of the study was to assess the prevalence of internet addiction among the students of College of Nursing, Adesh University, Bathinda, Punjab.
A descriptive study was conducted on the collegiate students. The sample of 100 collegiate students was selected by using non- probability convenience sampling technique. The data was collected by using Young’s Internet Addiction Scale.
Results of the study showed that that 2% of students were normal internet users, 24% of students had mild internet addiction, 64% of students had moderate internet addiction and 10% of students had severe internet addiction.
Results showed that majority of the students suffered from internet addiction, so there is a need to start educational program regarding the causes, effects and prevention of Internet addiction.