The Information Systems Perspective on Obsessive Technology Use: Insights and Research Gaps from a Literature Analysis

Abstract

Research into obsessive technology use has garnered significant attention in the information systems (IS) discipline. Despite this interest, inconsistent conceptualizations, diversity of perspectives, and non-representative samples jointly make a fragmented body of research that is challenging to generalize and comprehend. To consolidate extant knowledge and identify areas for future research, this study performs a literature analysis among 27 identified publications on obsessive technology use to reveal the research trends, focal themes, theoretical underpinnings, methodological approaches, contextual settings, and demographic samples. We then apply social cognitive theory to provide an integrated account of the variables related to obsessive technology use. We finally discuss the key findings and propose directions for future research while noting the limitations.