Association between the pattern of mobile phone use and sleep quality in Northeast China college students

Authors: Jia Meng, Fang Wang, Rentong Chen, Hui Hua, Qian Yang, Dan Yang, Nan Wang, Xin Li, Fangfang Ma, Liting Huang, Zhenzhen Zou, Menglin Li, Tieting Wang, Yannan Luo, Yunda Li, Yang Liu

Year: 2021 Feb 2

Category: Sleep Studies

Journal: Sleep Breath

Institution: Liaoning Provincial College

DOI: 10.1007/s11325-021-02295-2

URL: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33532989/

Abstract

Overview

The study evaluates the prevalent use of mobile phones among college students in Northeast China and aims to explore how mobile usage habits influence their sleep quality.

Methods

Between December 2016 and January 2017, the characteristics of mobile phone use and their impact on sleep quality were examined using the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index and standardized questionnaires. A significant number of medical university students (n = 4234) participated in this study, with a response rate of 94%.

Findings

  • All participating students owned mobile phones, utilizing them for various purposes including entertainment (91%), work (51%), and obtaining information (61%).
  • A critical finding was the significant difference in sleep quality based on the proximity of mobile phone use; close proximity (<10 cm) correlated with poorer sleep scores.
  • Statistical analysis revealed that heavy mobile phone usage (>5 hours daily) and late-night usage in darkness significantly increased the likelihood of poor sleep quality.

Conclusion

Intensive daily mobile phone use, especially before sleep and in low light conditions, is linked to decreased sleep quality among college students. Highlighting the potential dangers of mobile phone radiation and its impact on sleep health.

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