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严峻的数字成瘾问题，重点探讨物联网（Internet of Things, IoT）设备与社交媒体平台带来的行为层面影响。本研究基于涵盖青年、职场人士与家庭主妇在内的600名受访者数据，揭示了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，受访者存在较高程度的设备依赖，且出现错失焦虑（Fear of Missing Out，FOMO）、易怒等情绪困扰，同时睡眠与工作效率均受到干扰。本研究最后提出政策与技术设计层面的相关建议，以缓解数字成瘾问题并促进公众数字福祉。