Özet:

The purpose of the current study is to review the causes and consequences of technology addiction. With conceptual and descriptive intent, the scope of technology addiction, its similarities and differences with other addictions, and the causes and consequences of technology addiction have been examined. It has been determined that substance addictions differ from technology addictions due to their destructive consequences. Internet, game, smartphone, and social networking sites addictions are the most prominent types of technology addiction. Personality, personality traits, psychological mood, and environmental factors are significant in terms of both causes and consequences of technology addiction. Mentioned factors have been examined in detail and interpreted from a holistic view. The study will be expected to contribute to technology addiction and management information systems literature from a broad and holistic perspective.

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