Development and Psychometric Properties of Digital Detoxification Scale

Abstract

The study aimed to create and validate a digital detoxification scale, using Lazarus and Folkman's Stress Model as the framework. digital devices their well being implication, this research addresses the necessity of deliberate digital disengagement, hypothesizing of three factors Primary Appraisal Need (PAN), Secondary Appraisal Need (SAN), and Coping Strategies Need (CSN) to gauge attitudes toward digital tools and coping mechanisms. A mixed methods approach, including interviews, pilot studies was employed from n= 268 Pakistani teachers. The scale demonstrated strong internal consistency and reliability. CFA further validated identified factors. The final administration of the 10 items scale involved n=214 participants, including EFA, CFA, and reliability analysis. Findings affirmed a robust model fit indicating structural validity and significance. Additionally, indices such as GFI, TLI, CFI, IFI, and RMSEA confirmed a good fit. Future research could investigate integrating practices and digital literacy programs for innovative strategies.