Exploring The Perspectives of Higher Education Administrators on Technology Addiction

The rapid advancement of digitalization today has made the intensive use of technology a factor that could have profound effects on individuals' lifestyles and professional approaches. In this context, the technology habits of higher education administrators and the potential of these habits to reach addiction levels have emerged as a significant subject of study. The main aim of the research is to determine the administrators' awareness of technology addiction, the effects of this situation on their work performance, and to propose potential solutions. The study utilized a qualitative method, conducting in-depth, semi-structured interviews with 26 administrators. Participants were selected from different management levels, and the data obtained were analyzed through descriptive analysis to create themes. The results indicate that administrators could not fully clarify the concept of technology addiction but indicated that excessive use. Particularly, the lack of control in mobile phone and social media use stands out, while some administrators stated that technology facilitates work processes, others expressed that constant connectivity disrupts work-life balance. In this direction, the importance of awareness training, digital detox practices, and effective technology management strategies has been emphasized.