Habits Of Young People Research Articles

The Relationship between Incorrect Body Posture in Elementary School Children on Idiopathic Scoliosis

Idiopathic scoliosis is a condition of spinal deformity characterized by abnormal lateral curvature. The factor that is thought to play a role in the development of idiopathic scoliosis is incorrect body posture. This research is a correlation study which aims to determine the significant relationship between incorrect body posture and the incidence of idiopathic scoliosis in elementary school children. This research approach uses a quantitative approach with a descriptive quantitative research type with a correlational model. Research data was obtained through questionnaires, documentation and measurements using a scoliometer. The population in this study were all sixth grade students at SDIT Bangkinang Elementary School, totaling 35 students. Independent variable is a sitting position using the Questionnaire on Body Awareness of Postural Habits in Young People (Q BAPHYP) measurement tool. The dependent variable is scoliosis measured using the Adam's Forward bending test. Data analysis techniques are descriptive statistical analysis and inferential statistical analysis. After analyzing the research results, it shows that incorrect body posture has a significant relationship with the incidence of idiopathic scoliosis in elementary school children as proven by the results of data analysis, p= 0.000 or p< 0.05. The conclusion of this study is that there is a significant relationship between incorrect body posture and the incidence of idiopathic scoliosis in elementary school children.

Dual Use of Cannabis with Tobacco Is Associated with Increased Sugary Food and Drink Intake in Young People.

Rates of cannabis initiation among teenagers and young adults are increasing. Further, the use of various forms of cannabis (smoked or vaped) with nicotine (dual use) is increasingly common among young people. The health effects of dual use are lesser known, particularly in the context of high-potency cannabis products and across different routes of administration, which is ominous in terms of predicting future health outcomes. There is a long history of cannabis use being associated with decreased activity and increased snacking, both of which could portend an increased risk of metabolic and cardiovascular disease, particularly when these habits begin during formative years. However, modern forms of cannabis may not have these same effects. Here, we assess whether cannabis use alone and dual use of cannabis with nicotine impact dietary and exercise habits in young people. An anonymous, social media-based survey was designed based on the UC San Diego Inhalant Questionnaire and published diet and exercise questionnaires. A total of 457 surveys were completed. Young sole cannabis users represented 29% of responders, 16% were dual users of cannabis and nicotine, and 55% were non-users of either drug. Although the sole use of cannabis was not associated with dietary or activity differences relative to non-users, dual users of cannabis and nicotine reported higher consumption of unhealthy sugars. This novel finding of dual use being associated with increased sugar intake in young people raises concerns for an increased risk of metabolic syndrome and cardiovascular disease in this population.

STUDY ON THE CONSUMPTIOM IMPACT OF THE OTT PLATFORM AMONG YOUTH

The rise of over-the-top (OTT) services has revolutionized the entertainment industry, particularly for younger generations. The effects and habits of young people's use of over-the-top (OTT) platforms are the subject of this research. The elements that impact the engagement of youth with over-the-top (OTT) material, including accessibility, diversity of content, and affordability, are investigated in this study using a mixed-methods approach that includes surveys, interviews, and content analysis. More specifically, the study investigates how young people's attitudes and behaviors are affected by the social and psychological effects of long-term OTT use. It also delves at how OTT platforms could change the way people watch traditional media and how society is evolving. Implications for content creators, advertisers, and lawmakers are offered by the findings, which offer vital insights into the changing environment of young media consumption. Keywords: OTT platforms, youth, consumption patterns, entertainment industry, mixed-methods approach, content diversity, affordability, psychological effects, social impacts, traditional media, societal trends, media consumption.

The barriers and enablers to providing healthy food in New Zealand secondary school canteens

Establishing healthy lifelong eating habits in young people is important for short and long-term health(1). Schools are ideal setting to improve diet. However, research shows that many school food environments are unhealthy(2). In New Zealand (NZ), the canteen is a popular food provision, particularly in secondary schools. This research aimed to explore the barriers and enablers to providing healthy food and beverages in NZ secondary school canteens. In 2022, 6 secondary schools were purposively selected to participate in semi-structured interviews about foods and beverages sold in schools’ canteens and the factors that influenced this. In total, 11 stakeholders representing six schools and one staff member of an external catering company completed interviews. The interviews were transcribed and analysed using a reflexive thematic analysis approach(3). Four themes were developed. Theme 1 Action-oriented school policies that are based on healthy eating principles can facilitate healthier canteens highlighted the use and characteristics of policies. The subtheme highlighted that Mandatory policies are more enforceable. Theme 2 Multiple component opt-in programs or interventions facilitate a healthier school food provision shows that opt-in government interventions (e.g. Ka Ora, Ka Ako, the NZ free school lunch initiative) with funding, monitoring, and incentives can improve food provision. The subtheme Health-enhancing changes inthe school environment has flow-on effect to canteens showed that these changes can affect the entire school food environment. Theme 3 Healthy canteens get lost in the “pecking order” of what’s important highlights that while schools and key stakeholders may believe healthy eating is important, other factors related to well-being and education were more important to prioritise within the school’s limited resources. Theme 4 People’s values, attitudes and beliefs may help and hinder the healthiness of canteens and explores the role champions have in influencing the healthiness of the canteen. Champions were those with a positive, proactive attitude, value healthy eating and are capable. Subtheme 1 Meet student preferences while providing healthy food was a common barrier many champions worked hard to overcome. The final subtheme identified how A collaborative approach within schools and their communities can overcome barriers to healthy canteens. Government mandates and interventions can positively impact the canteen and other food provisions. This research supports a recommendation for schools to create and implement school policies around food encompassing a whole-school approach.

THE EFFECTS OF COVID-19 LOCKDOWN PROCESS: HEALTH STATUS OF YOUNG PEOPLE WITH AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER

It is believed that the COVID-19 pandemic, which has affected people worldwide, can negatively affect the health of young people diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). This study aims to investigate the changes in physical activity, time spent sitting, sleeping, and in front of screens, and food habits in young people diagnosed with ASD (n=76) during the two-week COVID-19 pandemic lockdown period in Germany. The Adapted Lifestyle Questionnaire was used to measure the changes before and after the lockdown. During the lockdown period, the frequency and duration of physical activity decreased, their time spent in front of screens, daily sitting and sleep times, consumption of foods such as carbohydrates increased, and consumption of fresh fruits, and vegetables decreased.<p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/edu_01/0107/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>

Youth and environmental protection

Ecological topics have been the focus of numerous studies in various scientific fields for years. The global problem of waste management is closely related to this topic. A constant increase in waste, which can be linked with mass consumption and economic development, is recorded in Croatia as well. Being observed as a global problem of the entire society, waste disposal can be also look at from an individual's viewpoint who is responsible, after becoming ecologically aware, for reshaping its own behaviour and lifestyle in accordance with ecological values. The subject of the research is the ecological awareness of young people with the general aim of examining young people’s attitudes towards environment and youth awareness of environmental protection, and in order to determine this, it was necessary to determine the lifestyle habits, the frequency of recycling, the ways they contribute to environmental protection, their attitudes about the importance of environmental care and the impact of residents on the environment. Furthermore, an assessment of the citizens level of education on environmental protection was carried out. The online questionnaire included a convenience sample of 480 young people, 154 men and 326 women, in the city of Split, within the range of 18 to 29 years. From the results it is evident that, according to their assessment, the participants are conscientious toward the environment, often recycle paper and plastic, sometimes use eco products and dispose of waste in designated places. They criticize the (lack of) education of other citizens of Split when it comes to ecology, and they are also aware that waste disposal in Split is insufficient. When it comes to attitudes about waste disposal, air pollution and the education of other citizens, young people show that they are aware of the problems in the city Split. The ecological situation significantly affects the quality of life of an individual and society, so the results of this research can be understood within the framework of the set goals and results obtained from the conducted research. We can understand the research results as a guideline for work in the field of environmental awareness and environmental protection. Likewise, the results of the research are guidelines for the implementation of these topics through education and training of young people, but also of other age groups, so that the habits of young people (and citizens) of the city of Split, and accordingly their activities, change toward positive behavior in these areas in the future.

Abstract 11368: Weight Gain in Young Adults During the Covid-19 Pandemic

Introduction: During the COVID-19 pandemic, measures taken to prevent the spread of the coronavirus have led to significant changes in the lifestyle and habits of young people. The pandemic led to poor dietary patterns, reduced physical activities, and increased mental stress, which are all risk factors for weight gain. The goal of this study was to investigate the pattern of weight gain among young adults between age 18-50 years during the pandemic, and to identify factors associated with significant weight gain of 20 pounds of more. Methods: We included young adults between ages 18 to 50 years with at least one documented weight in their electronic health records before the start of the COVID-19 pandemic shelter-in-place orders (3/19/2019 to 3/19/2020) and at least one documented weight after COVID-19 vaccines became available (12/14/2020 to 12/14/2021). Multivariable logistic regression analysis was used to identify factors associated with greater than 20 pounds of weight gain. Odds ratios (OR) and 95% confidence intervals (CI) were calculated. Results: The study cohort included 133,750 young adults aged 18-50 years (median age 43 years. 39.7% men). The cohort is racially and ethnically diverse, with 22.6% self-identified as White, 7.2% Black, 48.1% Hispanic, and 17.3% Asian. During the pandemic, 53866 (40.3%) lost weight or had no weight gain, 50662 (37.9%) gained 0-9 pounds (lbs), 19422 (14.5%) gained 10-19 lbs, and 9800 (7.3%) gained 20 lbs or more. Individuals who gained 20 lbs or more were younger and more likely to reside in low-income neighborhoods. Multivariable logistic regression demonstrated the following factors to be associated with significant weight gain: male sex (OR 1.10, 95% CI 1.05-1.15), Black race (OR 1.14, 95% CI 1.05-1.23), low income (OR 1.16, 95% CI 1.16-1.35), and history of depression (OR 1.64, 95% CI 1.56-1.73). Conclusions: In this cohort of young adults, 59.7% experienced weight gain during the pandemic, with 7.5% gaining 20 lbs or more. Factors associated with significant weight gain included male sex, black race, low income, and a history of depression. Intervention strategies to promote healthy lifestyle may be particularly important for patients with depression, and young adults from low-income neighborhoods.

HABITS AND FREQUENCY OF (ONLINE) GAMBLING AMONG YOUNG PEOPLE IN BOSNIA AND HERZEGOVINA

Gambling of young people as a risky behavior is an increasingly current social problem, but also the subject of numerous researches. The gambling industry is one of the fastest-growing industries in the world, and a significant increase in availability has taken place in the Bosnian and Herzegovinan society. Young people in BiH are entering the world of gambling more often and easier. Bad economic situation, social unrest, high poverty and unemployment rates contribute to this situation. World statistics show that the increase in gambling was significantly affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Omnipresent digitalization during the pandemic, movement restrictions, but also existential uncertainty have opened a new path to online gambling. Therefore, an research was conducted in which the habits of young people (N=174) and their frequency of (online) gambling were examined. The questionnaire results showed that 70.5% of respondents had played games of chance at least once in their lives. Young people usually play one-time tickets and sports betting. Of particular concern is the fact that individuals play online games of chance on a daily basis. They usually invest a smaller amount of money and more than half of the respondents have lost money on betting at least once. The data show that gambling is most often out of boredom, fun and socializing, and they do not consider such behavior to be problematic. According to self-assessment, only 5.9% of respondents believe that their gambling is somewhat or completely problematic, while 3.7% state that the degree of gambling addiction is so high that they need professional help. On the other hand, Bosnia and Herzegovina lacks prevention programs aimed at problematic youth gambling, which is why they remain deprived of professional support. All of this suggests that serious investment in public health and social policies is needed to offer quality prevention and psychoeducational programs.

The Point of View of Spreading the Culture and Habits of Young People through Korean Drama Films

This article discusses the point of view of spreading the culture and habits of young people through Korean Drama films. In this case, the dissemination of culture and habits of young people through Korean drama films is very rapid so that it affects the dress code, behavior, language and several other aspects. This has a positive and negative impact on a country. As a positive thing that is raised is the increase in knowledge and insight of teenagers, the existence of a new culture that can increase youth creativity. But apart from that, there are also negative impacts for adolescents, namely the existence of a gradual shift in culture so that adolescents will forget their own culture. In addition, the standard of beauty / good looks of society will increase, causing many things that are forced by teenagers so that they can look like Korean artists.

The Prevalence and Determinant of PTSD Symptoms among Home-Quarantined Chinese University Students during the COVID-19 Pandemic.

Background: When COVID-19 emerged in China in late 2019, most Chinese university students were home-quarantined to prevent the spread of the virus, considering the great impact of the lockdown on young people habits and their psychological well-being. This study explored the prevalence of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and its associated factors among Chinese university students who are isolated at home during the COVID-19 pandemic. Method: 4520 participants from five universities in China were surveyed by online questionnaire and the PTSD Checklist—Civilian Version (PCL-C) was adopted as a screening instrument. Results: Exposure to virus was significantly related to PTSD outcomes. The most important predictors for PTSD outcomes were parents’ relationship and the way parents educated, and university-provided psychological counseling was a protective factor against developing PTSD. Conclusions: The COVID-19 pandemic had adverse psychological consequences on Chinese university students who were isolated at home due to the relatively high prevalence rate of PTSD which was reported. Adverse parental relationships and the extreme way parents educate their children could be the major risk factors for PTSD outcomes. Psychological interventions need to be made available to home-quarantined university students, and those in the worst-hit and exposed areas to virus should be given priority focus.

CHANGES IN YOUTH NUTRITION HABITS DURING COVID- 19 PANDEMIC THE REPUBLIC OF SRPSKA

The corona virus pandemic has led to disruptions in various parts of the world and thus caused numerous changes in people's lifestyles, including social interactions, the ability to play sports, and even the diet itself. The aim of the study was to determine the extent to which Covid-19 influenced changes in diet in young people. The research was conducted from January to April 2021, on a total sample of 376 respondents from the category of students, from the area of Republika Srpska. SPSS software, version 23.00, was used to process the obtained data. The results, obtained by ANOVA analysis, showed that most of the respondents did not have a problem with food procurement, but higher food consumption was observed during the pandemic. Also, it was confirmed that there are no statistically observed differences in the change of habits during a pandemic, in relation to the gender structure of the respondents. Research has shown that the crisis situation of the pandemic did not affect the change in the intensity of physical activity. The work has a wider social and scientific significance, because it can help to perceive changes in the behavior and habits of young people during crisis situations, such as a pandemic.

Социальные функции молодежных объединений через призму мнения активистов

According to the results of the sociological survey conducted in 2019 (N = 350 people on probability quota-target sample), the synthesis of social and individual needs of young people was revealed when social solidarity as an urgent need is combined in the work of its associations with functional emotionality, satisfaction from meaningful fullness of interesting and useful activities. The popularity of youth groups’ activities, according to the younger generation, depends more on their socio-cultural content with the inclusion of an emotionally-positive context, helping to express themselves (conferences, concerts), and on the other hand – to feel unity with other participants (processions, demonstrations, etc.). These motives act as a direct indicator of the self-determination of the individual, the demand and feasibility of their subjective civil rights, the expression of a personal understanding of their social status and capabilities. 72,0% of the activists surveyed pointed to the Internet as the main source of information about the activities of youth associations which demonstrates the trans-progressivity of young people. However, traditional habits of young people are also strong. The second most popular source of information was communication with relatives, friends, the beloved ones (53.3%), which confirms the significant role of resources of network social connections. In the course of youth’s association activities both the personal qualities of the younger generation (accuracy, attentiveness, analytical thinking), and social qualities (planning skills, self-organization, leadership, communication) develop. In other words, participation in youth activities is associated with the mechanism of implementation of young people’s needs and interests, and, at the same time, serves as a source of changes in their personal values, and forms certain stereotypes of consciousness and behavior of the younger generation.

Mediterranean Diet Adherence in a Sample of Italian Adolescents Attending Secondary School-The "#facciamoComunicAzione" Project.

Our aim was to assess adherence to the Mediterranean diet in a group of 726 secondary school students (336 girls, 390 boys) who completed the web-based Medi-Lite questionnaire simultaneously, during school hours, at the “Istituto Professionale per l’Enogastronomia e l’Ospitalità Alberghiera Marco Polo” in Genoa, Italy. The mean adherence score was 9.28 ± 2.29, with significantly (p = 0.017) higher values in girls (9.5 ± 2.2) than boys (9.1 ± 2.4). As to the individual food components of the Medi-Lite score, 84% of students reported non-optimal consumption (i.e., the choice that yielded ≤ 1 point) of meat and meat products, and over 50% reported non-optimal consumption of vegetables, legumes, dairy products, and fish. Significant differences between girls and boys were observed for fruit (p = 0.003), cereals (p < 0.001), meat and meat products (p < 0.001), and dairy products (p = 0.003). By conducting a principal component analysis, we observed that Medi-Lite items on the consumption of some animal products (meat and meat products and dairy products) and some plant products (fruit, vegetables, and legumes) generated contrasting patterns of responses, denoting excessive consumption in the first case and underconsumption in the second. This result suggests the need for effective actions to promote healthy eating habits in young people.

Predicting Healthy Eating: Conscientiousness versus the Health Belief Model

The present paper aimed to investigate the incremental validity of conscientiousness over the Health Belief Model (i.e., HBM) components in predicting students' eating habits. Using a non-experimental, longitudinal design, data from 200 Romanian students (181 females; Mage = 20.75, SDage = 3.89) were initially collected (T1). After one month (T2), the second wave of data was received from 150 students. Hierarchical regression results with eating habits from T2 as a criterion showed that self-efficacy for healthy eating was the only significant predictor for students' eating habits (β = .45, t(145) = 5.41, p &lt; .01). Self-efficacy alone explained 27% of the variance in eating habits. Contrary to expectations, the perceived benefits of healthy eating did not correlate with the participants' eating habits. Conscientiousness did not bring additional predictive value, besides the HBM components (β = .03 , t(145) = .38, p = .70 ). These results reinforce the value of the HBM as a frame of reference for explaining eating habits in young people. From a practical standpoint, the findings suggest the need to strengthen self-efficacy in youth, which, in turn, can help them develop healthier eating habits. Limitations and other implications were further discussed.

Design and validation of a questionnaire to study healthy habits among adolescents aged 12-14 years.

Social and cultural changes are altering young people's habits. Some surveys measure such behaviors, but are hard to interpret. The objective of this study was to design and validate a homogeneous questionnaire to study habits among adolescents aged 12-14 years. Descriptive and crosssectional study to validate a questionnaire. Items were selected after a bibliographic review and expert assessment. The pre-test was administered to a pilot sample. Reliability was established using Cronbach's alpha coefficient, and construct validity, using a factor analysis. It was administered to a sample of parents of students from 4 secondary schools. Cronbach's coefficient showed values close to 0.7 in 3/4 subscales and an overall value of 0.629, showing accuracy and stability. Factor analysis determined an adequate construct validity, with 4 factors: eating, physical activity, new technologies, and environment. The final questionnaire included 26 items and was administered to 421 participants. Poor habits were observed in 24.8 % and very unhealthy, in 3.4 %. Girls had poorer scores in physical activity (p < 0.001), and boys, in new technologies, although it was not significant. The final instrument was valid, reliable, and easily administered to assess modifiable behaviors in adolescents. The inclusion of technologies and environment helps to adapt the questionnaire to current changes. The greatest deficit was observed in the technology use and physical activity domains; and girls were more sedentary.

Os jovens brasileiros e a sua preferência pela disciplina Ciências

O projeto ROSE (The Relevance of Science Education) busca compreender dados atitudinais e emocionais de jovens acerca da Ciência e Tecnologia a partir de dados coletados em um questionário já aplicado em mais de 40 países. Os resultados do ROSE-Brasil mostraram que os jovens apresentam um alto interesse pela disciplina ciências, mas que gostam mais de outras disciplinas. Este artigo tenta compreender como os jovens brasileiros se comportam frente à essa divergência ao redor do interesse e da preferência pela disciplina de ciências. Para alcançar nosso objetivo utilizamos os dados brutos da amostra ROSE-Brasil 2011, e nos valeremos de métodos de análises estatísticas. Os jovens brasileiros dividem-se em quatro grupos: Prioridade não específica (3,98%), esse grupo não tem interesse pelas aulas de ciências, mas prefere a disciplina a outras; Baixa prioridade (20,26%), não possuem nem interesse, nem preferência pela disciplina ciências; Prioridade específica (30,6%) possuem interesse e preferem a disciplina ciências a outras; Outras prioridades (45,14%) grupo mais expressivo encontram-se os jovens que têm interesse mas não preferem a disciplina ciências. Desses grupos três são mais representativos da realidade dos jovens brasileiros, tornando relevante investigar as diferenças entre os interesses e hábitos ligados à ciência e tecnologia dos jovens de cada grupo para subsidiar a criação de estratégias que tornem o ensino de ciências mais atrativo.

Active Forms of Recreation in the Magazine “Nasze Zdroje” (1910–1914)

The spa press at the beginning of the XXth century often raised issues related to tourism, sport and recreation. The columnists appreciated the importance of health and the educational potential of active forms of spending free time. Activity was given an institutionalized character. This paper presents the active forms of recreation recommended to Polish society through their presentation in the magazine “Nasze Zdroje” (1910–1914). Hence, the article indicates the active forms of recreation available in the resorts such as mountain climbing, sports tourism, and skiing, as well as discussing the content popularizing mountain trips. Tips were given on how to prepare for this type of expedition, often combined with visiting historical monuments. Summer camps, including therapeutic camps, for children and adolescents were discussed, and were strongly promoted. Proposed recreational activities in the open air (walking, playing, and games) were presented, taking into account the educational aspect: instilling healthy habits in young people and adults.

ТЕОРЕТИКО-МЕТОДИЧНІ АСПЕКТИ ПРЕВЕНТИВНОГО ВИХОВАННЯ СТУДЕНТСЬКОЇ МОЛОДІ

The article presented the theoretical aspects of preventive education, considered the essence and structure of preventive pedagogy and developed a method of conducting a practical lesson on the example of the discipline "Preventive pedagogy". Analyzed general principles of the preventive pedagogics as a new model of education, which takes into account all stages and components of personal socialization, considers the individual as the subject of educational process, provides his physical, mental, spiritual, social development, forming of responsible behavior, immunity to the negative phenomena of an environment, preventive maintenance and correction of destructive displays in behavior, social-legal protection. The article consists of the following parts: problem statement, analysis of recent research and publications, selection of previously unsolved parts of the general problem, purpose of the article, tasks to the article, presentation of the main material and substantiation of research results, conclusions and proposals, list of sources and literature. As stated in the Concept of preventive education of children and youth, preventive education should be a purposeful system of economic, legal, psychological, pedagogical, socio-medical, informational, educational and organizational measures aimed at forming positive social attitudes, preventing negative habits, suicide prevention and formation of healthy lifestyle skills. The system of preventive education is based on the theoretical and methodological principles of personality-oriented humanistic approach to the individual in accordance with the Law on Education, the content of education, based on the Convention on the Rights of the Child, international acts and recommendations on the situation of children and youth, national programs to combat drug abuse, prevention of acquired immunodeficiency syndrome, crime prevention. Preventive pedagogy occupies an important place in the system of educational work of the modern school. It includes preparatory and preventive actions of the teaching staff, aimed at preventing the formation of negative habits in young people, character traits, manifestations of antisocial behavior and the organization of proper care.

Emotional and habitual overeating and dietary restrictions in the eating habits of girls and boys.

Eating habits are mainly shaped at the first stages of human life. Incorrect eating habits in young individuals may in the future lead to eating disorders and predispose to abnormal body weight. The aim of the study was to investigate eating habits among adolescents and verify whether there are any differences in eating habits between girls and boys. The study was conducted among 337 post-primary school students, including 126 girls and 211 boys. A standardised questionnaire "My eating habits" was used as a research tool. Secret snacking was slightly more common among girls (27.78%) than boys (24.17%). It was also girls who mostly admitted that other people comment on their diet, as indicated by 33.33% of girls and 18.96% of boys. Girls are also more likely to be dissatisfied with their body weight (41.27% vs. 27.49%) and to occasionally avoid eating despite feeling hungry (42.06% vs. 27.01%) compared to boys. The eating habits of young people are mostly varied. There are differences in the d ietary habits of girls and boys; girls are more likely than boys to overeat under the influence of emotions and to apply dietary restrictions to themselves. In order to promote healthy eating habits and support the mental well-being of young people, it is recommended to provide nutritional education and to implement psychological support for those in need.

The Dark Side of the Self-Determination Theory and Its Influence on the Emotional and Cognitive Processes of Students in Physical Education.

Amongst the main objectives of physical education (PE) classes is the consolidation of healthy lifestyle habits in young people and adolescents. Nonetheless, these classes can also provide the basis from which adverse experiences are generated which affect students’ perceptions of these classes. Previously conducted studies have focused on motivational processes and not on emotional processes, nor on the way in which students learn. The objective of the present study was to explore the dark side of the self-determination theory, its influence on emotional intelligence and the meta-cognitive strategies of students. Methodology: A total of 1602 young people undertaking secondary education participated, with self-reported ages between 13 and 19 years. The following questionnaires were utilized: Controlling Coach Behaviors Scale, Frustration of Psychological Needs in PE classes Scale, Emotional Intelligence in PE Scale and Motivated Strategies for Learning Questionnaire. A structural equation model was developed which explained causal associations between the study variables. Results: Psychological control positively predicted each one of the sub-factors of frustration of psychological needs. Frustration of psychological needs negatively predicted emotional intelligence. Finally, emotional intelligence positively predicted meta-cognitive thinking. Conclusions: The influence and importance of the teaching style adopted by teachers is indicated, in addition to the effect of students’ psychological experiences on emotions and learning strategies.