Mental Wellness and Technology: Balancing Connectivity With Mental Peace

Abstract

This chapter explores the balance between technology use and mental wellness, highlighting its benefits and challenges. It examines how mental health apps can support well-being while addressing issues like digital addiction and information overload. Utilizing psychological frameworks such as self-determination theory, cognitive-behavioral approaches, and mindfulness strategies, the chapter provides practical solutions for maintaining mental peace. It underscores the need for digital literacy and responsible tech use, advocating for collaboration among tech companies, mental health professionals, and policymakers. The multidimensional addiction behaviour scale (MABS) is introduced as a comprehensive tool that assesses psychological factors, biological factors, social and environmental factors, cognitive and behavioral patterns, and motivation and readiness for change to provide a nuanced view of digital addiction.