Gadget Use Research Articles

Role of Dinacharya in Eye Care - A Preventive Approach

Ayurveda, the traditional system of medicine indeed emphasizes a holistic approach to health that includes both prevention and cure. In ophthalmology, the preventive measures play a crucial role in maintaining eye health and reducing the risk of developing various eye diseases that can lead to vision impairment. The ability to see clearly and perceive the world around us is crucial for various activities, from navigating our environment to appreciating the beauty of the world. The term Swasthavritta refers to a lifestyle or regimen followed to maintain health and prevent the occurrence of diseases. It encompasses a set of practices and principles that are aimed at promoting overall well-being and preventing imbalances in the body and mind. All the Acharyas have mentioned the mandatory practice of Dinacharya for health maintenance. Hence here an attempt has been made to compile the procedures to improve the health of the eye through which the various diseases of eye can be prevented. The daily regimens like Anjana, Nasya, Dhumapana, Kavala, Gandusha, Abyanga, Padatra dharana, Snana etc are included for maintaining eye health. The eyes should be always protected from the external factors like dust, heat, radiations, excessive screen time, over straining the eyes like in dim light reading , gadget use in dim light etc. Most of the Netraroga in the current scenario can be prevented by healthy Dinacharya and by avoiding negligence.

The relationship of gadget use with the mental and emotional of preschool children in KB TK Negeri Pembina 1 Malang, Indonesia

In the era of revolution 4.0 where technological advances in all fields, it is a new challenge for parents to educate their children. Gadgets that are currently popular with children, can have an impact on children's development. One of the negative effects of gadgets is that children experience emotional and mental problems. The purpose of this study was to determine the relationship between the use of gadgets and the emotional mentality of preschool children in KB TK Negeri Pembina 1 Malang City. Correlation analytic research design, with a cross-sectional approach with a population of 75 respondents, sampling using purposive sampling of 54 respondents. Statistical test using Spearman's Rank. The research instrument used a questionnaire on the use of gadgets and KMPE. In this study, there were 6 respondents with problematic categories and 2 respondents who doubted their emotional mentality with high use of gadgets. The results of the correlation test obtained a correlation coefficient of 0.387 with a significant p value = 0.004 (<0.05). The conclusion from the results of this study is that the higher the use of gadgets, the greater the mental and emotional problems in preschool children.

Students Perceptions of Cigarette, Graphic Health Warnings, Fast Food Consumption, and Gadget Use On Physical Activity (Evidence-Based For Health Promoting University Program Recommendations)

Based on BPS data, consumption of cigarettes and e-cigarettes by teenagers over 15 years old decreased by 2.62% from the previous year, but it still has the potential to be dangerous. Adolescent health is quite worrying considering that teenagers are the main figures who can carry forward the vision for the future. The aim of this research is to obtain empirical evidence and appropriate strategies for implementing the HPU program. The method used is quantitative, through a survey with Franken-wallen incidental sampling, respondents are students pursuing higher education in 3 districts/cities, namely Banjar Regency, Banjarmasin City and Banjarbaru City. The survey was conducted from September to October (2 weeks) online. The results of this study show that cigarette and e-cigarette consumption is quite low, but respondents' perceptions regarding are still comprehensive (71%), including regarding graphic health warnings on cigarette packaging (80.1%). Interest in consuming fast food tends to be high (64.2%), who regularly consume fruit and vegetables (37.5% and 33.5%). The use of gadgets among students is very high (58%) and complaints regarding CVS also appear (45.5%). To support HPU, a specific action plan is needed, especially to strengthen understanding of the impact of consumption of cigarettes and so on.

Technoference and the Power of Family in Using Cell-Phones by College Students in Medan, Indonesia

Objective: Technoference towards devices can change interactions within the family. Parents play a significant role in balancing technological advances in the family. This study examines how interference with using devices (technoference) at home affects family attachment. Methods: The method used in this study uses a quantitative descriptive method. Respondents are students who act as students who actively use devices. The selection of research samples used purposive sampling with a total of 347 respondents. There are three points of technoference between parents and children: frequency, duration and content. Results: Based on the study's results, it was found that the most dominant technoference in family strength ties was the duration of gadget use by family members, with the most significant indication being that they often ignore calls from their family when playing gadgets. After that, it is followed by the frequency of using gadgets, and the most significant indication is to prioritize gadgets even at ongoing family events. The lowest indicator of technoference to contend with the most significant indicator is judging what family members do on their devices. Conclusion: Using cell phones should be heeded by various stakeholders such as the government, parents, educational institutions, religious institutions, community members, and peers. It means they should not ignore the facts by transferring the problems to other parties more responsible for interrupting cell phone use, especially the parents and the other family members. The impact of technoference is significant enough, especially on the students’ power of family.

Parental Education and Gadget Knowledge: Their Impact on Gadget Use Behavior in Children Aged 5-6 Years

This study investigates the relationship between parental education levels, gadget knowledge, and the gadget use behavior of children aged 5-6 years. Using a quantitative correlational research methodology, data were collected via a structured questionnaire from 168 parents across Indonesia. The questionnaire assessed parental education, knowledge of gadget use, and children's gadget use behavior. Results showed no significant correlation between parents' education levels and children's gadget use behavior. However, a low positive correlation was identified between parents' gadget knowledge and children's gadget use behavior. This suggests that parents with higher gadget knowledge can more effectively manage their children's gadget use. This finding underscores the importance of enhancing parental understanding of digital technology to foster healthier gadget use among young children. Limitations of the study include reliance on self-reported data and a predominantly maternal sample, which may only partially represent the broader population. Additionally, the cross-sectional nature of the study limits the ability to conclude long-term effects. Future research should involve more diverse samples, consider additional variables such as socio-economic status and cultural factors, and employ longitudinal designs to explore the long-term impacts of parental gadget knowledge on children's development. These steps are essential to gain a more comprehensive understanding of the factors influencing children's gadget use behavior and to inform strategies aimed at promoting healthier digital habits among young children.

The Relationship between the Intensity of Gadget Use and Family Parenting Patterns with the Development of Children 36-72 Months in Sambaliung State Kindergarten

Children who are in the early age phase (36-72 months old) are an essential period in the process of developing children's skills and intelligence that will have a major influence on adult life. The high rate of developmental problems in early childhood, especially pre-school age children (36-72 months), is inseparable from various factors that influence it. Among them are caused by environmental exposure (gadgets and parenting patterns) and psychological problems. To know the relationship between the intensity of gadget use and family parenting patterns with the development of 3-6 year old children in Sambaliung State Kindergarten. Quantitative which is associative with a cross sectional approach. the number of samples was 62 children aged 3-6 years with total sampling technique. The instruments used were gadget questionnaires and the PSDQ Questionnaire (Parenting Style Dimensions Questionnaire). BASED on the results of the spearman rank correlation test, the p value is 0.019, where this figure is <0.05, which means Ha is accepted and Ho is rejected, so it can be concluded that there is a relationship between the intensity of gadget use and child development, and based on the results of the spearman rank correlation test, the p value is 0.033, where this figure is <0.05, which means Ha is accepted, so it can be concluded that there is a relationship between family parenting style and child development. There is a relationship between the intensity of gadget use and family parenting with child development

The Impact of Gadget Utilization in Learning for Third Grade Students at SDN Inpres 6/84 Walehunian Sagerat

This research aims to determine the impact of using gadgets in learning for Grade 3 students at SDN Inpres 6/84 Walehunian Sagerat. This research method uses a qualitative research method which is research with an inductive mindset, namely a theory based on data and does not use statistics such as tables, graphs, diagrams and so on and is able to interact directly with the objects being researched. The place where this research was carried out was SDN Inpres 6/84 Walehunian Sagerat. The data collection techniques used in this research are: Observation, Interviews and Documentation. From the results of research conducted by researchers, it was found that the average age of children who have used these gadgets is from 2 years, 5 years, 7 years and so on, and it has been found that currently several students are addicted to using gadgets. Thus, it can be concluded that learning outcomes do not decrease due to the use of gadgets by reducing the duration of gadget use in a day.

Gender and Its Role in Family Education About Kids Friendly Entertainment

The development of information technology is one of the advances of the times that cannot be denied, especially the COVID-19 pandemic has also encouraged the use of information technology among children as a new method of school learning. Supervision and education should be carried out to minimize exposure to negative content that is not age appropriate. This research comes with two main goals. First, find out whether supervision and education regarding children’s entertainment has been carried out, especially in Sunter Agung and Warakas sub-districts. Second, knowing which gender has the dominant role in carrying out that role. Considering that Indonesia's social and cultural conditions have long recognized the division of roles between men and women which originates from the idea of patriarchy. This research uses mixed research methods, qualitative and quantitative methods. The research results show that monitoring of gadget use has been carried out by involving a third side, in this case an age restriction algorithm to replace the role of parents. The gender that plays the dominant role in monitoring gadget use is women or mothers. This is based on two reasons. First, women are considered to spend more time interacting with children, especially those who work as housewives. Meanwhile, fathers don't interact much with their children because they work outside the home. Second, women are considered to have feminine qualities, such as patience and perseverance, which are considered better in educating children.

Effect of Gadget Use on the Development of Language and Speech Ability in Children Under Five

Background: Language development is a hierarchical change that begins with hearing and learning through hearing through the sounds of words. This research aims to analyze the effect of gadget use on language and speaking abilities. Subjects and Method: An observational analytical research design using a cross sectional approach was carried out at Bayu Asih Hospital, Purwakarta and Rama Hadi Hospital, Purwakarta in November 2023. A total of 200 children under five were used using a random sampling technique. The dependent variable is language and speech delays. The independent variables are gadget use, mother's employment, mother's education, family income, and child's education. The instruments used were Early Detection of Communication Ability Disorders (DDGKB) and questionnaires. Data analysis uses path analysis. Results: The results of path analysis explain that there is an influence of gadget use (b=1.85; 95% CI=1.02 to 3.40; p=0.044), gender (b=1.85; 95% CI=1.02 to 3.40; p=0.044) and parental income (b =1.85; 95% CI=1.02 to 3.40; p=0.044), mother's employment (b=0.56; 95% CI=0.31 to 1.02; p=0.058), mother's employment (b=0.56; 95% CI=0.31 to 1.02 ; p=0.058) and mother's education (b=0.91; CI 95%=0.48 to 1.73; p=0.783) and child's education (b=0.74; CI 95%=0.42 to 1.34; p=0.325) on speech delays in children. Conclusion: Gadget use, gender, parental income, maternal employment, maternal education, and child education increase the risk of speech delays in children.

Dampak Psikologis Penggunaan Gadget Berlebihan pada Anak

Excessive use of gadgets in children has become a major concern in health and education literature. This paper investigates the psychological impacts that arise from excessive exposure to digital technology during children's development. Through a review of the latest research, the authors present findings that indicate a correlation between excessive gadget use and negative impacts on children's psychological well-being, including mental health problems, decreased social abilities, and attention disorders. Practical implications and preventative suggestions are also presented to help parents and educators manage children's gadget use wisely. By understanding the possible psychological impact, this paper provides a comprehensive view of the role of technology in children's development, emphasizing the importance of a balanced and forward-looking approach to gadget use at critical developmental stages.

The Influence of The Intensity of Gadget Use on The Individualism of Tadris IPS Students at IAIN Madura

This study aims to determine the effect of the intensity of gadget use on individualism. The research method used in this research is a quantitative approach with a survey type, The data collected can be analyzed statistically to obtain information about the opinions, attitudes or behavior of respondents. The analysis used is descriptive statistics and to answer the hypothesis using a simple linear regression technique The results showed that the average intensity of gadget use by Tadris IPS IAIN Madura students was 65.05. The individualism attitude of students had an average of 48.38 included in the high category because it was close to the maximum value of 60. The results of effect of the intensity of gadget use on the individualism value is 7.421 which is greater than the table value which is equal to 2.048. Thus it can be concluded that the intensity of use has an influence in fostering an attitude of individualism from students of Tadris IPS IAIN Madura. This is also reinforced by the resulting significance level of 0.00, which is smaller than the significance value of 0.05.

Dampak Penggunaan Gadget terhadap Perkembangan Siswa di SDN Banjaranyar 05 Brebes

This article aims to understand the impact of gadget use on childhood as well as implement solutions on the impact of gadget use on childhood. This gadget is a medium used as a modern communication tool. Gadgets make human communication easier. Today, communication has become more advanced with the advent of gadgets. Among them, 4,444 are smartphones such as iPhones, Androids and laptops. In preschool psychology, development refers to children from 0 to 6 years old. The research method used is literary research. Results show that amenities impact social development in young children. Excessive use of gadgets harms children's social and emotional development. Harmful effects of electronic device use on children include isolation, sleep disturbances, loneliness, violent behavior, reduced creativity and threats of cyberbullying. Solution to device use in childhood by limiting device use, supervising children's screen time with parents who play a crucial role, and providing a schedule timely when children play with devices, so that devices do not hinder young children's social development.

Mendeteksi Ancaman Kecanduan Gadget pada Anak Usia Dini

This article examines providing information for parents in detecting gadget addiction in young children from the start before young children become addicted to gadgets. This study was motivated by the fact that many aged children have gadget addiction disorders such as sleep disorders, aggressive nature, difficulty understanding learning, hunched body posture, reduced brain growth and development, strange behavior, irritability, and unwillingness to socialize. This study discusses 4 (four) discussions, namely (1) factors causing gadget addiction in early childhood, (2) the threat of gadget addiction in early childhood, (3) how to detect the threat of gadget addiction in early childhood, (4 ) The role of parents in preventing gadget addiction in early childhood. Based on the results of the analysis in this paper, it can be concluded that gadget addiction in early childhood is a serious problem that has various negative impacts. Several factors that cause gadget addiction include inappropriate parenting, neuroscientific factors, gadget technology designs that create dependency, and the influence of the surrounding environment. Parents play a key role in preventing gadget addiction by limiting the time they use gadgets, choosing appropriate applications, monitoring gadget use, and being good role models. Parents also need to detect signs of gadget addiction in their children, including changes in behavior, and physical, emotional, social, and academic performance. With the active role of parents, the negative impact of gadget addiction in young children can be minimized.

Relationship Between The Effectiveness Of Commucation In The Family with The Intensity Of The Use Of Early Childhood Gadgets In Kenagarian Pasar Baru Pesisir Selatan Regency

This research was motivated by the high intensity of playing with gadgets from early childhood in Kenagarian Pasar Baru, Pesisir Selatan Regency. The method used in the research is a quantitative approach with a correlational type. The population of this study was 52 parents who had children aged 3-6 years. The data collection method used is a questionnaire which contains statements that are used as a data collection tool. Next, the data was analyzed using a percentage formula with correlation using the Product Moment formula. The results of the research show that: (1) the effectiveness of communication in the family is classified as poor, (2) the intensity of gadget use in early childhood in Kenagarian Pasar Baru, Pesisir Selatan Regency is classified as high, and (3) there is a significant relationship between the effectiveness of communication in the family and the intensity of communication in the family. Early childhood gadget use in Kenagarian Pasar Baru, Pesisir Selatan Regency. Keywords: effectiveness of family communication, intensity of gadget use

Empowering high school students with online game literacy

The COVID-19 pandemic has led to a surge in electronic devices and smartphones in education, causing students to spend more time on screens. The mobile game market in Indonesia has grown significantly, with 3.45 billion downloads in 2022. Online games can be addictive and psychologically impactful, making it crucial to instill literacy and parental supervision to prevent addiction. In Bengkalis, Indonesia, a community service activity was conducted to foster online game literacy among students, teachers, and parents. The activities involved interactive methods and forum group discussions, using LCD media and PowerPoint. The study found that children often play games for entertainment without realizing the negative effects of excessive use, leading to smartphone addiction. Factors influencing this increase include pandemic conditions, lack of self-control, and a lack of understanding of the negative impact of excessive gadget use. The school's strict rules on bringing gadgets to school have been successful in promoting online game literacy. The program aimed to increase student knowledge and critical thinking in interacting with smartphones, fostering understanding between students and parents.

Gadget use and physical activity among children: Involvement Process Theory

Sedentary behaviour is a global concern over the past decade and still an alarming issue at present. Among the concerns of being sedentary was gadget use among children as well as physical activity involvement. Several researches explore the factors link to inactive lifestyle. However, theory generation particularly on gadget use and physical activity involvement process among children were limited. Thus, this paper aims to build theory on gadget use and physical activity involvement among children. This study explores children experiences on too much gadget use and physical activity involvement through qualitative approach using grounded theory lens. Participants of the study were 11 to 13 years old school student and selected parents from Philippines. Data were gathered through face-to-face semi – structured in depth interview. Computer assisted qualitative data analysis (CAQDAS) was implemented in this study. Specifically, ATLAS ti. 22 software was used in data management and analysis which was guided by constructivist grounded theory by Charmaz. Theory was generated in this study after coding process i.e. initial coding, focused coding and theory building. Rigorous analysis of data in this study generated a theory and presented in form of process. The children’s involvement process theory to gadget use and physical activity was explained in the following phases; being influence, being happy, accepting the situation, giving conditional task, physical activity: being last on the list. The findings indicate the reason why children spend too much time on gadget as they interpret it as happy place and less time for physical activity as they consider it as last in engagement priority. Results of this paper contribute understanding on how middle school students interpret their experiences regarding excessive gadget use and physical inactivity. Awareness on how children view gadget use and physical activity involvement provides parents, health experts and other related professionals a basis for creating a plan or strategy to promote a balance gadget use and physical activity involvement for children.

THE RELATIONSHIP OF GADGET ADDICTION ON MENTAL HEALTH IN MEDICAL STUDENTS

Smartphone, is a term to distinguish advanced feature phones from basic feature phones. Excessive smartphone use or addiction can lead to negative health consequences such as neck pain, accidents, anxiety, depression, and sleep disorders. This study aims to determine how the influence of gadget use addiction on mental health in medical students. Method used (narrative review/systematic review with PRISMA 2020). Research was collected through searches on Google Scholar from 2019 to 2023, Ebscho from 2019 to 2023 with full text limits and PubMed from 2019 to 2023. The keyword searches used are smartphone addiction, mental health, and medical student. 210 results were found from Google Scholar, 15 results were found on Ebscho, 31 results were found on PubMed, and 21 studies were included in the study. Results of the 256 journals netted, there are 21 journals that match the category of literature review titles. There is a significant relationship between gadget addiction to mental health in medical students, especially in women.

Hubungan Durasi Penggunaan Gadget, Pola Asuh Dan Pengawasan Orang Tua Dengan Kecanduan Gadget Pada Anak Usia Dini Di TK Negeri Pembina Ranomeeto Tahun 2023

Humans are social creatures, they will always have social contact and communication. Gadgets are one of the most advanced communication tools available today. The use of gadgets by Indonesian youth has been increasing every year, reaching 38% in 2011, 72% in 2015, and again increasing 80% in 2015. Children use gadgets to play at least once a week, and some use them several times a week. As they get older and enter puberty, they use gadgets more frequently. Children aged between 10 and 14 years old will use their gadgets more often each week-from 8 to 15 hours. The method in this study is quantitative with observational correlation with a cross sectional approach. The population in this study were 86 students of TK Negeri Pembina Ranomeeto. The sample in this study were 70 students. The sampling technique in this study was using random sampling technique with data collection method using questionnaire. The findings of this investigation show that there is a relationship between parenting (0.018) and parental supervision (0.036) with gadget addiction in early childhood, and there is no relationship between the duration of gadget use (0.108) with gadget addiction in early childhood at TK Negeri Pembina Ranomeeto Year 2023. Children can easily get addicted to gadgets because they are still too young to make decisions.

Sosialisasi tentang Pentingnya Pencegahan Kenakalan Remaja Kelas VI di SD Dharma Wanita 2024

Journal of Community Education Service (JPPM) Volume 1, NO 1, March 2024 is a study that evaluates the impact of gadget use on the mental health of second grade students. This study aims to understand how excessive gadget use can affect the mental health of children in elementary school age. In this study, 200 students from five elementary schools participated in surveys and interviews to collect data on gadget use patterns and its impact on their mental health. The results showed that excessive gadget use can cause emotional and behavioral problems in children, such as anxiety, depression and sleep disturbances. The study also highlights the importance of parents' and educators' monitoring of the time and type of content accessed by children through gadgets, as well as their active role in educating children about healthy gadget use. The research methods used included structured surveys and in-depth interviews, which allowed researchers to gain a comprehensive understanding of students' experiences and perceptions regarding gadget use. In addition, this study also discusses the factors that influence excessive gadget use and juvenile delinquency prevention, emphasizing the important role of education and supervision in preventing the negative impact of gadget use.

Use of Gadgets, THE CORRELATION BETWEEN THE DURATION OF GADGET USE AND SOCIAL INTERACTION AMONG CHILDREN AT MUTIARA PRE-PRIMARY SCHOOL IN SOUTH KUTA, BADUNG REGENCY

Background. Providing gadgets for an extended period is one of the inappropriate stimulation for early childhood. Children who are already addicted to gadgets will have social-emotional development problems. Children who use gadgets will become an antisocial-individuals; therefore, they often ignore and interact less with their surroundings. The purpose of this study was to determine the correlation between the duration of gadget use and social interaction among children at Mutiara Pre-Primary School in South Kuta, Badung Regency.
 Method. This study employed a correlation analytic research design with a cross-sectional approach. The research sample was 109 respondents recruited through the total sampling technique according to the inclusion and exclusion criteria.
 Results. Findings indicated that most children used gadgets for a long duration with 70 respondents (64.2%), and almost all children had good social interaction with 107 respondents (98.2%). The results of statistical tests using Chi-Square showed no correlation between the duration of using gadgets and social interaction in early childhood, with a p-value of 0.056 > 0.05.
 Conclusion. There is no correlation between gadget use duration and early childhood social interaction.