Psychometric Validation of a Novel Multidimensional Screen Time Assessment (STA) Tool for Undergraduate Students

Palka Mittal, Gaurav Aggarwal, Sheetal Yadav, Sheetal Kalra, Puneeta Ajmera, School of Allied Health Sciences , Delhi Pharmaceutical Sciences , Research University, New Delhi, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Mewat Engineering College, School of Physiotherapy, Delhi Pharmaceutical Sciences , Research University, New Delhi

Journal of Psychoeducational Assessment

Published online on July 30, 2026

Abstract

Journal of Psychoeducational Assessment, Ahead of Print.
The rapid expansion of screen exposure represents a growing public health concern, yet existing measures often overlook complex usage patterns such as multitasking. This study developed and validated a multidimensional Screen Time Assessment (STA) tool ...