• RUJVELT PRAVINKUMAR CHRISTIAN
• MR.CHETAN PRAKASH BARDWAL

BACKGROUND Smartphone’s have fundamentally reshaped our world, blurring the lines between the physical and digital realms. They serve as portals to vast networks of information, enabling instant communication, access to entertainment, and facilitating everyday tasks. smartphones are not just technological gadgets; they are cultural artefacts that reflect and shape our values, behaviours, and societal structures. Philosophical inquiry into smartphones challenges us to critically evaluate the role of technology in our lives and consider how we can cultivate a balanced relationship with these powerful tools in an increasingly interconnected world. In 2021, the number of mobile users worldwide stood at 7.1 billion, with forecasts suggesting this is likely to rise to 7.26 billion by 2022. In 2025, the number of mobile users worldwide is projected to reach 7.49 billion.There are 4.92 billion mobile users globally, 66% of the total population. Global mobile data traffic is projected to increase nearly 3x between 2018-2021. Mobile devices are projected to drive 79% of total global internet usage in 2018.The average adult spends 3.1 hours a day consuming digital media on mobile. That’s approximately 69% of their total media time.52% of the time that individuals spend on digital media is on mobile apps. Smartphones are the only devices that have seen growth in the number of online visits, up 89% since January 2015. Consumer spending worldwide is projected to top $110 billion in 2018. AIM:- Aim of the study was to assess mother's awareness of misuse of Smartphone by their children under five years. METHOD:- Sampling technique is the method used in drawing sample from a population usually in such a manner that the sample will facilitate determination of some assumption Concerning the population. In present study, non-probability convenient sampling technique is used. RESULT:- Regarding maternal attitudes, the Smartphone Addiction Scale results showed 54% of mothers had moderate concerns, while 34% displayed mild concerns, and 12% were highly concerned. Knowledge scores were categorized as 45% moderately adequate, 35% adequate and 20% inadequate. CONCLUSION:- The findings suggest that lifestyle factors such as hobbies and children’s sleep patterns may influence maternal perspectives on smartphone use, underlining the need for further research into lifestyle factors affecting attitudes and knowledge concerning technology use in early childhood.

ASSESS, KNOWLEDGE AND ATTITUDE REGARDING SMARTPHONE ADDICTION, INFORMATION BOOKLET,JOURNALS

"“A DESCRIPTIVE STUDY TO ASSESS THE KNOWLADGE & ATTITUDE REGARDING SMARTPHONE ADDICTION IN PRECHOOLAR CHILDREN AMONG MOTHERS IN SELECTED AREAS OF AHMEDABAD CITY.”", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.12, Issue 3, page no.b848-b857, March-2025, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2503195.pdf

"“A DESCRIPTIVE STUDY TO ASSESS THE KNOWLADGE & ATTITUDE REGARDING SMARTPHONE ADDICTION IN PRECHOOLAR CHILDREN AMONG MOTHERS IN SELECTED AREAS OF AHMEDABAD CITY.”", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.12, Issue 3, page no. ppb848-b857, March-2025, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2503195.pdf