Linking mental health and digital addiction in general population: an overview of thematic evolution and trends from a science mapping perspective

Introduction Digital addiction, the problematic or addictive use of digital devices and platforms such as the internet, smartphone, or social media, harms people, including their mental health. Rapid developments in digital technologies have increased research interest in this relationship in diverse fields of study, accumulating a sound knowledge base. Methods This study investigates this rapidly growing, multidisciplinary research field through bibliometric science mapping analysis and aims to