Abstract

Study Overview

The use of smart mobile phones has become prevalent, raising concerns regarding their potential health impacts. This study focuses on the cognitive impairments associated with smart mobile phone usage among adults in Saudi Arabia.

Background & Objectives:

• Investigation into how excessive smart mobile phone use correlates to cognitive function impairment.

Methods:

A cross-sectional study was held in Riyadh at King Saud University, with 251 adults participating. Cognitive functions were assessed using the Montreal Cognitive Assessment tool, linking daily phone usage to cognitive performance.

Key Findings:

• Average age of participants: 32.43 years.
• Majority used phones for over two hours daily.
• Decreased cognitive scores correlated with increased phone usage and proximity during sleep.

Conclusion:

Extensive mobile phone use can lead to cognitive function impairment. This necessitates strict controls and public education on safe mobile phone use to mitigate radiation effects on human cognition.