University of Bahrain Lecture Highlights Digital Addiction’s Effect on Student Focus and Achievement

A lecture at the University of Bahrain warned that digital addiction can undermine university students’ concentration and academic performance. It stressed the importance of time management, prioritization, and a balanced use of digital technologies that allows students to juggle their studies, leisure, and social lives.

The lecture, titled “Digital Addiction and Its Impact on Academic Performance,” was organized by the Deanship of Student Affairs on Wednesday, 21 October 2026, as part of its Social Skills Development Program for university students.

It was delivered by Dr. Abdulla Al-Asaadi, Head of the Department of Computer Science at the College of Information Technology. He explained the concept of digital addiction and its effects, outlined ways to achieve balance in the use of digital technologies, and highlighted the importance of students using technology positively and effectively in their learning and academic pursuits.

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