Deconstruction of the Relationship Between Physical Activity Level, Body Mass Index and Multi-Screen Addiction in Middle School Students

Abstract

Background: Nowadays, technology provides convenience in many areas, but it also brings negative effects, especially inactivity. Particularly, screen addiction of children and young people is gradually increasing and physical activity levels are decreasing. In this context, this study aimed to examine the relationship between multiple screen addictions of secondary school students, their physical activity level and body mass index.

Methods: A total of 74 secondary school students participated in the study. Demographic Information questionnaire, International Physical Activity Questionnaire-Short Form and Multiple Screen Addiction scale were used as data collection tools. The data collected in the study were analyzed in Jamovi 2.0.0.0.21. statistical program at a 95% confidence interval and 0.05 significance level. Independent sample T-test, One Way ANOVA and Pearson's correlation analysis were used in the research.

Result: According to the results of the study, it was determined that the MET levels of the participants who do sports outside of school were higher and the multi-screen addiction levels of those who did not use smartphones were lower. Moreover, it was determined that the body mass index and multi-screen addiction levels of the participants who did not use social media were lower. As the MET levels of the participants increased, their multi-screen addiction levels decreased significantly.

Conclusions: As a result, physical activities can be recommended to reduce the multi-screen addiction levels of secondary school children.