Screen Time and Its Health Consequences in Children and Adolescents

Children, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 10(10), P. 1665 - 1665

Published: Oct. 8, 2023

Nowadays, children and adolescents are exposed to digital media (DM) from an early age. Therefore, specific guidelines have been published by the World Health Organization, whose aim is limit daily screen time (ST) viewing. However, during COVID-19 pandemic, a rise in DM use, consequently ST viewing, was observed. More more aspects of modern life thought be affected excessive Accordingly, this review document health effects viewing on adolescents. A narrative performed searchable databases. In total, 43 original articles were considered. Excessive correlated with increased risk for obesity other cardiometabolic factors, mental health, unhealthy dietary habits eating disorders, problems development child–parent relationships. Sleep, physical activity, eyesight, headaches, musculoskeletal system negatively as well. effect weighted type used way types used. Other confounding factors reported. There evidence suggest negative correlation between youth exists. Nevertheless, research needed if established.

Language: Английский

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Cognitive Infocommunications

Studies in big data, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: unknown, P. 3 - 31

Published: Jan. 1, 2024

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Exploring determinants of social media addiction in higher education through the integrated lenses of technology acceptance model (TAM) and usage habit

Journal of Applied Research in Higher Education, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 16(3), P. 776 - 803

Published: July 21, 2023

Purpose This research aims to build on the pre-existing corpus of literature through integration technology acceptance model (TAM) and usage habit more accurately capture determinants associated with social media addiction among university students. study seeks delineate how TAM may be used as predictors for potential, well provide greater insight into current trends in across this population demographic. Design/methodology/approach A cross-sectional design was employed investigate students Malaysia at onset their tertiary education. self-administered survey, adapted from prior studies, administered a sample 217 respondents. The hypotheses were subsequently tested using partial least squares structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM) approach. Findings Usage found direct strong predictor type addiction, all variables considered research. Additionally, by integrating habit, revealed comprehensive multi-faceted understanding providing an important its complexity Malaysian context. Although several other factors have been identified potential contributors reliance addictive behavior, it appears that is paramount driving these tendencies Research limitations/implications expanded holds significant implications development interventions policies aim mitigate adverse effects students' educational psychological well-being. illustrates applicability examining behaviors within emerging contexts such higher education sector, thus contributing extant subject. Practical integrated effective young adults developing countries like Malaysia. highlights importance actively monitoring controlling users' interactions platforms, while promoting responsible habits. Educators can use findings create tailored programs educate responsibly reduce risk becoming addicted media. Originality/value provides unique perspective combination has shed light perceived usefulness (PU) ease (PEOU) behaviors. considering explanatory factor, offers novel approach addictions form over time.

Language: Английский

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Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids (PUFAs): Sources, Digestion, Absorption, Application and Their Potential Adjunctive Effects on Visual Fatigue

Nutrients, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 15(11), P. 2633 - 2633

Published: June 5, 2023

When the eyes are exposed to environment, they easily affected by strong light stimulation and harmful substances. At same time, prolonged use of or incorrect eye habits can cause visual fatigue, which mainly manifests as dryness, soreness, blurred vision, various discomforts. The main reason for this is a decline in function eye, especially cornea retina on surface have greatest impact normal eye. Research has found that supplementation with appropriate foods nutrients effectively strengthen against external internal stimuli, thereby alleviating avoiding fatigue. Among these, polyunsaturated fatty acids been be effective at protecting health relieving This article summarizes sources (including dietary synthesis), mechanisms digestion absorption body safety acid applications. It also reviews mechanism action aiding relief fatigue based impaired structure ocular fundus hope providing some reference insight into development application functional

Language: Английский

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Prevalence of Digital Eye Strain Among University Students and Its Association with Virtual Learning During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Clinical ophthalmology, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: Volume 17, P. 1755 - 1768

Published: June 1, 2023

The prolonged use of digital devices is a major risk factor for eye strain (DES) syndrome.To estimate the prevalence DES symptoms among students at Imam Abdulrahman University who virtual learning and leisure activities.This was retrospective cross-sectional study conducted by asking medical bin Faisal to complete self-administered online questionnaire. questionnaire used determine effect hours spent on other factors, such as screen distance not using artificial tears, development DES. severity (moderate or severe) frequency (occasionally, always, never) 16 strain-related symptoms, including pain, headache, itching, were evaluated Computer Vision Syndrome Questionnaire.The overall in sample found be 68.53%. largest proportion have mild (43.20%), only 11% had severe most common reported our dryness, burning. Female gender, smartphones classes, lubricants significantly associated with increased DES.In wake COVID-19 pandemic, has become an integral part education, leading technology. aim this investigate impact effects A administered participants, findings revealed drops lubrication classes Furthermore, females more susceptible than males. tool Questionnaire predict could reduce clinic time resources minimizing unnecessary follow-up ophthalmology referrals.

Language: Английский

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Safety Considerations in the Use of Extended Reality Technologies for Mental Health with Older Adults

American Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 32(5), P. 648 - 651

Published: Jan. 11, 2024

Language: Английский

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Digital Challenges: Investigating Computer Vision Syndrome in Thai Esports Through a Case-Control Approach

Clinical Optometry, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: Volume 16, P. 201 - 210

Published: July 1, 2024

Purpose: To determine the factors associated with eyestrain in esports athletes Bangkok compared controls. Patients and Methods: A cross-sectional descriptive study was conducted between April June 2023, involving 160 male participants (aged 20– 35 years) who used digital devices, consisting of a control group. Data were collected using general information questionnaire, Computer Vision Syndrome Questionnaire (CVS-Q), Depression anxiety stress scale-21 (DASS-21). Ophthalmic instruments for eye examinations by an optometrist. Results: Seventy-six showed significantly lower visual performance than controls logMAR acuity (p < 0.020), phoria 0.001), negative fusional vergence (blur, break, recovery) 0.012, p 0.004 0.039), positive 0.005, 0.001 0.005), monocular estimation method binocular accommodative facility 0.001). on risk CVS found that more likely to have Work environments high-intensity lighting increase low-intensity The use device > 4 h/day, having history alcohol consumption, increased 0.001, 0.023, 0.048). Conclusion: This experienced vision health problems, indicating need prevent caused devices. Keywords: athlete, eyestrain, CVS-Q,

Language: Английский

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Prevalence of dry eye disease symptoms, associated factors and impact on quality of life among medical students during the pandemic

Scientific Reports, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 14(1)

Published: Oct. 14, 2024

This cross-sectional study aimed to evaluate the prevalence of dry eye disease (DED) symptoms, their associated factors, and impact on quality life (QOL) mental health among medical students during COVID-19 pandemic using online surveys. Participants completed questionnaires covering demography, history, personal data. The Thai version Dry Eye-related Quality-of-Life Score (DEQS-Th) was used for DED screening. QOL challenges (support, coping, stress, depression) were evaluated by EuroQoL-5 dimensions-5 levels (EQ-5D-5L) Thymometer questionnaires. A total 449 participants analyzed, with a mean age 21.8 years 61.5% female. symptoms 60.4% (95%CI 55.7-64.8). DEQS-Th score, EQ-5D-5L all aspects significantly worse in compared non-DED participants. Associated factors included preexisting (p = 0.001), refractive errors 0.007), allergic conjunctivitis artificial tears use < decreased score 0.001). highlighted high its negative QoL health. Notably, female gender, contact lens wear, screen time, mask-wearing duration not symptoms.

Language: Английский

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Spotlight on Digital Eye Strain

Clinical Optometry, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: Volume 15, P. 29 - 36

Published: Feb. 1, 2023

Abstract: Digital Eye Strain (DES) is a clinical syndrome manifested with visual disturbances and/or ophthalmic dysfunction related to the usage of screen-enabled digital equipment. This term gradually replacing older computer vision (CVS) that focused on same symptoms found personal users. DES encountered more frequently during past years due explosive increase in devices and subsequent time front any screens. It presents series atypical signs stemming from asthenopia, dry eye syndrome, preexisting untreated issues poor screen ergonomics. review summarizes research data date determine whether concept has been conclusively defined demarcated as separate entity if sufficient guidance offered professionals lay public. The maturity field, grouping symptoms, examination techniques, treatment prevention modalities are summarily presented. Keywords: strain, classification, management

Language: Английский

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Prevalence and risk factors of computer vision syndrome—assessed in office workers by a validated questionnaire

PeerJ, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 11, P. e14937 - e14937

Published: March 3, 2023

Background Computer vision syndrome (CVS) is a common occupational health problem, but its clinical definition, prevalence and risk factors are not well defined. In general, non-validated diagnostic instruments have been used to assess prevalence. For this reason, the aim of study estimate potential for CVS using validated questionnaire. Methods A cross-sectional ( n = 238) was carried out in Italian office workers digital devices. All participants responded an anamnesis, exposure questionnaire, version Vision Syndrome Questionnaire. battery 3 ocular surface tear ophthalmic tests (break-up time, BUT), Schirmer II corneal staining) performed. Results The mean age (±SD) 45.55 (11.02) years, 64.3% were female. 71.4% wore glasses work, whose design monofocal (for distance) 47.6%, near) 26.5%, general progressive 16.5% 8.8% cases. 35.7% devices >6 hours/day workplace. 67.2%. multivariate model, female sex (aOR: 3.17; 95% CI [1.75–5.73]), use at workplace 2.07; [1.09–3.95]) optical correction work 2.69; [1.43–5.08]) significantly increased odds CVS. Association observed between presenting having abnormal BUT χ 2 0.017). Conclusions workers, especially among females, high. Intensive (>6 hours/day) There association poor stability Further research needed on influence wearing questionnaire surveillance strongly recommended.

Language: Английский

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