Flashcards: Screen Time and Physical Activity — 65 cards

Which digital devices do university students use for learning and entertainment?

Smartphones, laptops, tablets, and other digital devices.

For what purposes do university students use digital devices?

Learning materials, online classes, research, communication, academic requirements, entertainment, social networking, gaming, and information consumption.

How many hours per day do university students worldwide spend using screens?

Eight to ten hours per day.

When do university students use screens more frequently?

During weekends and examination periods.

How many hours per day do Filipino students spend using screens?

More than nine hours per day.

How does Filipino students' screen time compare in Southeast Asia?

It is among the highest averages in Southeast Asia.

What is the definition of screen time for students?

The total hours per day spent using digital devices for academic tasks, social media, gaming, and recreation.

What health risks are linked to prolonged screen use?

Sedentary lifestyles, sleep disruption, weight gain, and chronic illnesses.

What mental health issues are common in teens with 4+ hours of daily screen time?

Anxiety and depression symptoms.

What percentage of teens with high screen time had anxiety symptoms recently?

Approximately 27%.

What health problems are linked to excessive screen use in college students?

Sedentary lifestyles, weight gain, musculoskeletal problems, and mental fatigue.

How does excessive screen use affect social interaction in college students?

It reduces face-to-face social interaction.

How can prolonged sitting affect health independently of physical activity?

It affects metabolic and mental processes.

How many students did Hoyt et al. (2018) study in Northern California?

They studied 553 students.

What percentage of students in Hoyt et al.'s study were girls?

57% were girls.

How many sleep-barrier groups did the study identify?

Four sleep-barrier groups were identified.

What percentage of students faced School/Screens Barriers?

62% of students faced School/Screens Barriers.

What proportion of students met recommended sleep guidelines in the study?

About 30% met recommended sleep guidelines.

What was stress associated with in the sleep-barrier study?

Stress was associated with shorter sleep.

Which analysis method was used to identify sleep-barrier groups?

Latent class analysis was used.

Which criterion helped select the best-fitting sleep-barrier groups?

Bayesian Information Criterion was used.

What defines physical activity in terms of bodily movement?

Any bodily movement requiring energy expenditure.

What does the WHO recommend for adult physical activity weekly?

At least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity.

How is sedentary behavior characterized?

Time spent sitting, lying down, or doing low-energy activities using digital devices.

What health issues are linked to physical inactivity?

Obesity, insulin resistance, cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, poor posture, musculoskeletal problems, stress, anxiety, and depression.

What does screen time measure compared to physical activity levels?

Screen time measures digital-device use duration, physical activity measures movement frequency, duration, and intensity.

What relationship did Castro et al. (2020) find between screen hours and physical activity?

They found a negative relationship where higher screen time linked to less exercise or sports participation.

What did Cagas et al. (2022) observe about Filipino students' screen use and physical activity?

Higher screen use was linked to significantly lower physical activity engagement.

What correlation did Nurulaini et al. (2024) find among screen time, physical activity, and physical fitness?

They found a significant simultaneous correlation among all three variables.

How is screen time related to physical fitness according to Nurulaini et al. (2024)?

Screen time was not directly associated with physical fitness.

How does screen time affect physical activity according to Nurulaini et al. (2024)?

Screen time was associated with reduced physical activity.

What is one aim of the study regarding Bukidnon State University students?

To determine average daily screen time.

What relationship does the study aim to examine among students?

The relationship between screen time and physical activity participation.

What factors does the study seek to identify among Bukidnon State University students?

Factors influencing screen use and movement behaviors.

What average behavior does the research question ask about students?

Average daily screen time.

What health-related level does the research question assess in students?

Physical activity levels according to recommended health guidelines.

What relationship does the research question investigate?

Whether daily screen time has a significant relationship with physical activity.

What does Displacement Theory propose about time use?

Time spent on one activity reduces time available for others.

According to Displacement Theory, what may increased screen time reduce?

Time devoted to physical activity.

What does Sedentary Behavior Theory explain about prolonged sitting?

It can negatively affect physical health and well-being.

According to Sedentary Behavior Theory, what processes are affected independently of physical activity?

Metabolic and mental processes.

In the conceptual framework, what is the independent variable?

Screen time.

How is screen time divided in the conceptual framework?

Into academic, social, and recreational device use.

In the conceptual framework, what is the dependent variable?

Physical activity levels.

How are physical activity levels measured in the framework?

By frequency, duration, and intensity of exercise and movement.

Who are the participants in the study at Bukidnon State University?

30 full-time undergraduate students at the main campus.

What data collection method does the study use?

Self-reported surveys.

Which monitoring tools are not used in the study?

Objective tools like applications or fitness trackers.

Which variables does the study examine?

Maximum daily screen time and physical activity levels.

Which variables are excluded from the study?

Diet, sleep quality, mental health, and stress.

Who may benefit from the study's findings?

Students, parents, teachers, health professionals, and researchers.

How can the study's findings be used?

To inform healthier technology habits, wellness programs, policies, and interventions.

What does a quantitative correlational research design measure?

It measures variables numerically.

Where will the study be conducted?

At Bukidnon State University in Malaybalay City, Bukidnon, Philippines.

Which students are included in the study's participants?

Third-year Bachelor of Physical Education students attending on-campus classes.

What is the age requirement for participants in the study?

Participants must be 18 years or older.

What is purposive sampling?

It selects participants who meet study-required characteristics.

What items does the self-administered questionnaire include?

Demographic items and maximum daily screen time measures.

What approvals are needed before data collection begins?

University and possible ethics approval.

How is informed consent obtained during data collection?

By explaining the study and obtaining consent from participants.

Which method tests the relationship between screen time and physical activity?

Pearson product-moment correlation.

What significance level is used for statistical decisions?

Alpha equals 0.05.

How are statistical results presented?

In tables or graphs.

What protects participant anonymity in the study?

Questionnaires contain no names and results are reported in grouped form.

How are electronic and printed data securely handled?

Electronic files are password protected; printed questionnaires are securely stored and disposed of after the study.