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Methodological and Contextual Considerations in Assessing Internet Addiction and Eating Disorder Risk Among Bangladeshi Adolescents.
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Background: Internet addiction and eating disorders are emerging public health concerns among adolescents, particularly in South Asia. A recent study by Siddik et al. explored these issues among Bangladeshi adolescents but contained several methodological and theoretical limitations. Objective: To critically evaluate Siddik et al.'s study on internet addiction and eating disorders among Bangladeshi adolescents, identifying methodological oversights and providing recommendations for future research. Methods: A critical appraisal approach was applied to review the study's design, data interpretation, and theoretical grounding. Specific focus areas included BMI classification, gender imbalance, psychosocial variables, and adherence to established behavioral models. Results: The critique revealed methodological shortcomings such as inappropriate BMI classification, lack of gender balance, omission of key psychosocial determinants, and absence of a guiding theoretical framework. These limitations may reduce the study's interpretive validity and cultural relevance. Conclusion: Future research should strengthen methodological rigor, ensure inclusion of relevant psychosocial factors, and incorporate robust theoretical models to enhance understanding of adolescent digital behavior and its mental health implications.
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