Patterns of Objectively Measured Sedentary Time and Emotional Disorder Symptoms Among Youth.
Jennifer ZinkChih-Hsiang YangKelsey L McAlisterJimi HuhMary Ann PentzKathleen A PageBritni R BelcherGenevieve F DuntonPublished in: Journal of pediatric psychology (2022)
Deviations from one's usual levels of depressive or anxiety symptoms may be important for how sedentary time is subsequently accumulated. Intraindividual processes appear to be at play, therefore more within-person research is needed. Intervention strategies for promoting a healthier accumulation of sedentary time may consider targeting occasions when depressive and anxiety symptoms are greater than usual.