IoT and Social Media Addiction in Bangladesh – Behavioural Impact and Policy Response: A Cross-sectional Study

This research explores the growing concern of digital addiction in Bangladesh, particularly the behavioral impact of Internet of Things (IoT) devices and social media platforms. Drawing on data from 600 participants—including youth, working professionals, and homemakers—the study reveals significant psychological, physical, and social consequences driven by hyper connectivity. Key findings include high levels of device dependency, emotional distress such as FOMO and irritability, and disruption of sleep and productivity. The report concludes with policy and technological design recommendations to mitigate addiction and promote digital well-being.本研究聚焦孟加拉国日益凸显的数字成瘾问题，重点探讨物联网（Internet of Things，IoT）设备与社交媒体平台所产生的行为影响。本研究基于涵盖青年、职场从业者及家庭主妇在内的600名受访者数据，揭示了由过度互联所引发的显著心理、生理及社会层面后果。核心研究结果显示，受访者存在高度的设备依赖情况，伴随错失焦虑症（Fear of Missing Out，FOMO）、易怒等情绪困扰，同时出现睡眠与工作效率受干扰的问题。本报告最后提出了政策制定与技术设计层面的相关建议，以缓解数字成瘾并促进数字福祉。