Table 2.
The prevalence of psychosomatic symptoms among adolescents with problematic Internet use (PIU) and normal Internet use (NIU), n (%)
| Symptom Dimension | NIU (n = 14 276) | PIU (n = 1 262) | χ2 | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lack of physical energy | 1 483 (10.4) | 377 (29.9) | 417.77 | <0.001 |
| Physiological dysfunction | 2 325 (16.3) | 459 (36.4) | 318.04 | <0.001 |
| Weakened immunity | 2 052 (14.4) | 382 (30.3) | 221.77 | <0.001 |
| Emotional symptoms | 3 240 (22.7) | 711 (56.3) | 692.14 | <0.001 |
| Behavioral symptoms | 1 837 (12.9) | 526 (41.7) | 746.44 | <0.001 |
| Social adaptation problems | 4 004 (28.0) | 816 (64.7) | 726.36 | <0.001 |
| Psychosomatic symptoms | 6 074 (42.5) | 951 (75.4) | 503.89 | <0.001 |