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Adolescents' electronic devices use during the COVID-19 pandemic and its relationship to anxiety and depression levels: a cross-sectional study.

Suha HamshariShaban YaseenMosab ZayedAsala DalashaBeesan MaraqaZaher A Nazzal
Published in: BMC psychiatry (2024)
Considering the alarming rates of anxiety and depression in adolescents, along with their connection to the time spent using electronic devices, we strongly recommend the creation of initiatives and support networks to alleviate this issue's impact. Encouraging healthier lifestyles, such as reducing screen time and increasing physical activity, could potentially enhance the mental well-being of adolescents.
Keyphrases
  • physical activity
  • young adults
  • high throughput
  • sleep quality
  • depressive symptoms
  • network analysis