Journal of Clinical Medicine Research

Objective: To examine the prevalence of internet addiction among primary and secondary school students in Jingzhou City and its association with daily lifestyle habits. Methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted from March to April 2024 among students from 53 schools using a general questionnaire and Young’s Internet Addiction Test (IAT). Binary logistic regression was applied. Results: Among 20,547 valid questionnaires, the prevalence of internet addiction was 17.8%. Male gender, higher educational stage, insufficient physical activity, low participation in group activities, unhealthy dietary habits, unrestricted access to electronic devices during holidays, and prolonged holiday internet use were significant risk factors. Conclusion: Internet addiction among students in Jingzhou City is prevalent and closely related to multiple lifestyle factors, indicating the need for comprehensive lifestyle-based interventions.