Abstract
Adolescence is an important developmental stage during which individuals form habits that influence their future behaviour and academic success. With the increasing availability of digital devices and internet access, technology has become a significant part of adolescents’ daily lives. The present study examines the level of technology use among Bru adolescent students of Mamit district, Mizoram, and explores differences based on gender and residential status. A descriptive research design
was adopted for the study. The sample consisted of 161 students (90 males and 71 females) selected through multistage stratified random sampling. Data were collected using the Adolescent’s Habits Scale (AHS–LVNS) developed by Vijaya Lakhsmi and Shruti Narain. The findings reveal that the majority of students demonstrate a poor level of technology use, with only a small proportion showing high usage. The study also indicates a significant difference in technology use between male and female students, with male students showing higher levels of use. A significant difference was also found between hostellers and day scholars, with day scholars showing greater technology use. The study highlights the importance of improving digital access and providing appropriate guidance to promote balanced and productive technology use among adolescents.
Authors: Dr. Lalremchhungi, Prof. Lallianzuali Fanai
Keywords: adolescence, technology use, Bru students, digital habits, Mizoram.
