Backpackers’ perceived risks towards smartphone usage and risk reduction strategies: A mixed methods study
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DOI: 10.1016/j.tourman.2018.11.003
Abstract: Abstract Backpackers' travel ideology and experiences are increasingly being mediated by mobile phones (i.e. smartphones). This study explored their risk perceptions towards smartphone usage and consequent risk reduction strategies. Importantly, this paper proposes an integrated… read more here.
Keywords: smartphone usage; risk reduction; reduction strategies; mixed methods ... See more keywords
Association between social support, smartphone usage and loneliness among the migrant elderly following children in Jinan, China: a cross-sectional study
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DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2021-060510
Abstract: Objectives As the fast population ageing in the past few decades, China has also witnessed an increase in the number of migrant elderly following children (MEFC). This study aims to examine the relationship between MEFC’s… read more here.
Keywords: smartphone usage; social support; support smartphone; china ... See more keywords
The relationship between addiction to smartphone usage and depression among adults: a cross sectional study
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DOI: 10.1186/s12888-018-1745-4
Abstract: BackgroundAddiction to smartphone usage is a common worldwide problem among adults, which might negatively affect their wellbeing. This study investigated the prevalence and factors associated with smartphone addiction and depression among a Middle Eastern population.MethodsThis… read more here.
Keywords: addiction; depression; smartphone usage; addiction depression ... See more keywords
Associations between problematic smartphone use and behavioural difficulties, quality of life, and school performance among children and adolescents
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DOI: 10.1186/s12888-022-03815-4
Abstract: Background European studies on determinants and factors associated with problematic smartphone use (PSU) in children and adolescents are still sparse. This study reports the current amount of PSU symptoms and the presence of (clinically relevant)… read more here.
Keywords: psu symptoms; smartphone use; children adolescents; smartphone ... See more keywords
The Study of Smartphone Usage Competency Assessment and Training for the Elderly
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DOI: 10.3233/978-1-61499-830-3-161
Abstract: This study aimed at developing an assessment of smartphone usage competence and constructing a training program for the elderly. A list of smartphone usage competencies with 34 items was defined through expert survey and panel.… read more here.
Keywords: smartphone; smartphone usage; study; program ... See more keywords
Fatigue due to smartphone use? Investigating research trends and methods for analysing fatigue caused by extensive smartphone usage: A review.
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DOI: 10.3233/wor-205351
Abstract: BACKGROUND The easy accessibility of smartphones has led to a fivefold increase in their use. People use smartphones almost anywhere, including during travelling and studying. During the global COVID-19 pandemic, the average smartphone screen time… read more here.
Keywords: smartphone usage; smartphone; fatigue; use ... See more keywords
Smartphone Use Among University Students During COVID-19 Quarantine: An Ethical Trigger
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DOI: 10.3389/fpubh.2021.600134
Abstract: To reduce the spread of COVID-19, Jordan enforced 10 weeks of home quarantine in the spring of 2020. A cross-sectional study was designed to assess this extended quarantine's effect on smartphone addiction levels among undergraduates.… read more here.
Keywords: quarantine; smartphone; smartphone usage; smartphone use ... See more keywords
Problematic Smartphone Use Leads to Behavioral and Cognitive Self-Control Deficits
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DOI: 10.3390/ijerph19127445
Abstract: Excessive use of smartphones has been associated with a number of negative consequences for individuals. Some of these consequences relate to many symptoms of behavioral addiction. The present study aims to investigate whether participants with… read more here.
Keywords: smartphone usage; self control; smartphone; levels smartphone ... See more keywords
Smartphone Usage before and during COVID-19: A Comparative Study Based on Objective Recording of Usage Data
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DOI: 10.3390/informatics9040098
Abstract: Most studies that claimed changes in smartphone usage during COVID-19 were based on self-reported usage data, e.g., that collected through a questionnaire. These studies were also limited to reporting the overall smartphone usage, with no… read more here.
Keywords: usage; smartphone usage; time; usage covid ... See more keywords
Association between Smartphone Usage and Mental Health in South Korean Adolescents: The 2017 Korea Youth Risk Behavior Web-Based Survey
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DOI: 10.4082/kjfm.18.0108
Abstract: Background Smartphone usage is indispensably beneficial to people’s everyday lives. However, excessive smartphone usage has been associated with physical and mental health problems. This study aimed to evaluate the association of smartphone usage with depressive… read more here.
Keywords: risk; mental health; smartphone; smartphone usage ... See more keywords