Phone Users Research Articles

Effect of Mobile Phone Usage During Pregnancy on Total Oxidant and Antioxidant Levels in Cord Blood

Effect of Mobile Phone Usage During Pregnancy on Total Oxidant and Antioxidant Levels in Cord Blood

The Impact of Smartphone Usage Patterns on Health and Other Aspects of Life Post-Covid Pandemic

Smartphone usage is still increasing worldwide. Life seems impossible without them as almost all activities are performed through these gadgets. Many studies have demonstrated the pattern of smartphone usage before and during the COVID-19 pandemic in teenagers and students. To observe the smartphone usage pattern and its impact on various aspects of life post-pandemic, an online survey was conducted through a questionnaire covering the demography, pattern of smartphone usage, and impact of smartphones on health, social life, and family life. The results were analysed statistically. A total of 528 responses from people, mostly from north India, with a mean age of 33.60±11.50 years, were collected, and 54.7% were residing in nuclear families. Occupation-wise, the maximum number of participants was professionals (32.4%), followed by 25.2% of students. Many young children (36.3%) also had their own smartphones. People agreed that phone usage caused poor academic performance (59.6%) and obsession with online shopping (44.3 %). Significant association(p<0.05) was observed between smartphone usage and increased BMI, physical symptoms (finger/hand pain, back pain, general fatigue, vertigo, lack of physical activity), and psychological symptoms (craving for phone use, nomophobia, poor quality sleep). Post Covid, smartphone usage increased among all age groups. Overuse of smartphones is a double-edged sword and may cause physical as well as psychological ailments. It is important to raise awareness about the mindful use of smartphones by setting boundaries and finding ways to do that.

Link between Wi-Fi, cordless devices, mobile phone usage patterns, and behavioral problems among Japanese children: A prospective cohort study

BackgroundWith the recent advent of technology, it is important to confirm the health and safety of the youth. This study aimed to prospectively evaluate the relationship between Wi-Fi, cordless phones, and mobile phone usage patterns and behavioral problems. MethodsThis study involved 2465 children aged 8–17 years from the Hokkaido Study on Environment and Children’s Health from October 2020 to January 2021, with a follow-up from September 2021 to March 2022. The mother–child dyad provided information on the presence of residential Wi-Fi and cordless phones, cordless phone call duration, and mobile phone usage pattern (duration of calls using mobile network and internet, online audio streaming, online video streaming, and playing online games) via a baseline questionnaire. Based on the scores on Strength and Difficulties Questionnaire at baseline and follow-up, the children were categorized into four groups: normal, persistent, improved, and concurrent. ResultsNo significant association was found between Wi-Fi, mobile phone calls via mobile networks, and behavioral problems. Cordless phone at home had higher odds for improvement in total difficulty scores, and cordless phone for calling more than 4 min per week had lower odds of persistent problematic prosocial behavior. Longer duration of mobile phone calling via the internet (>40 min/week) had higher odds of concurrent total difficulties. Mobile phone calling via mobile network for <5 min per week had higher odds for improved total difficulty scores. Audio streaming via mobile phones for 60–120 min had lower odds of persistent total difficulties. ConclusionOur results showed sporadic findings between residential RF-EMF indoor sources and mobile phone usage pattern. These observed findings could be affected by residual confounding and chance findings. Ongoing follow-up studies are necessary to further explore this association through detailed exposure assessment and addressing the potential limitations of our study.

Patterns of Internet use by the Teenagers: An Inquiry of School students of Nagarjun Municipality

The internet has changed the whole perspective of information dissemination and communication systems, making the world a global village through the World Wide Web. However, studies regarding the patterns of teenagers' use of the internet in Nepal in the light of their attitudes and purposes for using the internet are scarce. This study aims to identify the patterns of teenage students towards the use of the internet. This study adopted a descriptive research design with a quantitative approach, based on a sample of 91 students from government and private schools in Nagarjun Municipality, Kathmandu, Nepal. Data were collected from the selected students through questionnaires, analyzed, and presented with the help of tables and graphs. Respondents were selected using convenience sampling technique. Primary data were collected through a self-administered questionnaire. The study found that 49% of respondents spent 20-60 minutes daily on the internet. Mobile phones were the most common mode to access the internet. 24% of the respondents stated that the purposes of internet use were to seek general information and communication. Similarly, about 73% of teenagers learnt to use the internet themselves. Results showed that users frequently used the internet for educational and entertainment purposes. It also revealed that mobile phone usage leads to an increase in internet accessibility. The study recommended for the productive use of the internet in education. It provides meaningful data for developing policies on education and enhancing digital literacy in developing countries.

UNIVERSITY STUDENTS’ ONLINE FOOD DELIVERY (OFD) USAGE INTENTION: INVESTIGATING THE ROLE OF SENSORY MARKETING AND PERCEIVED BENEFITS

Background and Purpose: The increase of mobile phone usage in Malaysia had contributed to the increasing habit of purchasing food through online food delivery (OFD) service platforms. Sensory marketing is a conceptual strategy that helps to appeal to human five senses. It is utilized as promotion made on social media using ads or attractive photos in order to attract customers to order food through the social media platform. This study aims to investigate the role of sensory marketing (sight and touch) and perceived benefits (convenience and product variety) to predict university students’ online food delivery (OFD) usage intention. Methodology: Structural equation modelling is used to accomplish the objectives of this study with the analyses of 400 university students who were surveyed through Google form application. Findings: The findings concluded that both sensory marketing and perceived benefits influence university students’ OFD usage intention. The strongest predictor of OFD usage intention among students is ‘touch’ element representing sensory marketing followed by convenience (perceived benefits), product variety (perceived benefits) and sight (sensory marketing). Contributions: The findings contribute to the relevant literature by improving the knowledge of online food delivery (OFD) usage intention and it may be beneficial to the foodservice providers for continuous improvement of their business. Keywords: Sensory marketing, perceived benefits, online food delivery app. Cite as: Shun Han, K., Abdul Rais, A. R., Tamby Chik, C., &amp; Jaafar, S. N. (2024). University students’ online food delivery (OFD) usage intention: Investigating the role of sensory marketing and perceived benefits. Journal of Nusantara Studies, 9(2), 297-317. http://dx.doi.org/10.24200/jonus.vol9iss2p297-317

Usage of the mobile phone on agricultural farm enterprise development by women in rural Bangladesh

Usage of the mobile phone on agricultural farm enterprise development by women in rural Bangladesh

Assessing the Impact of Mobile Phone use on Psychological Health and Academic Achievement of Medical Students

We have entered the era of the mobile phone. Without knowing the hazards, which may include cancer and other health concerns, using these drugs is not "quite" safe. While research on the cancers caused by mobile phone radiation is accessible, further research on the detrimental psychological and physiological effects is required, particularly for heavy users like college students. The purpose of this study was to investigate the relationship between the amount of time students spend on their mobile phones and their psychological well-being in urban educational institutions offering professional courses. Materials and procedures: We randomly chose high school and college students from urban and rural areas and gave them a survey to gauge their thoughts and feelings on the effects of mobile phone use on their well- being. Findings: Headaches were reported by 51.47 percent of patients, followed by irritation and anger at 50.79 and 50.79 percent, respectively. Apathy, poor academic performance, insomnia, and anxiety are among the frequent cognitive disorders. It is crucial to educate young people about the possible mental health hazards of excessive mobile phone usage and advise them to take precautions since they are the most likely to use cell phones often. The reason for this is because the demographic that uses mobile phones the most is the younger generation. Some suggestions include spending less time chatting and more time communicating, as well as reducing dependence on technology.

Evaluation of Sleep Behaviors in Male Football Players Participating in Youth Football Leagues

This article addresses a research study aimed at evaluating the sleep behaviors of young football players in Turkey. The research was conducted using a correlational survey design. The population consisted of male football players participating in the Turkey Football U 19 Elite A, U 17 Elite A, U 17 Elite B, U 19 Regional Development, U 17 Regional Development, and U 16 Development leagues, with a sample size of 203 players. Statistical methods such as normality analysis, Mann-Whitney U test, and Kruskal-Wallis H test were used for analysis. The study found no statistically significant differences in the variables of football year, position status, training day, regular medication use status, education level, and sleep duration among young football players. The data revealed that young players who stayed with friends at home or alone had higher sleep quality compared to those staying with their families at home. When analyzed according to the computer and phone usage variable, except for the sleep disorder factor, all sub-dimensions favored those using computers and phones. Regarding the playing status in development leagues, significant results were found in the sports factor sub-dimension for U 19 Elite A and U 19 Regional Development league players in relation to sleep quality factors. According to ASBQ Total Score averages, the values of U 19 Elite A league players were more significant compared to U 17 Elite A league players and U 16 Development league players. Regarding the sleep problem status variable, players indicating sleep problems had statistically higher values in sleep quality factors, Habitual sleep efficiency factors, and ASBQ Total Scores. In conclusion, it can be stated that there is a direct relationship between sleep and performance among U 19 Elite A young football players, and they act with this awareness.

INVESTIGATION OF HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS’ EXPOSURE TO PHUBBING BEHAVIOR

Technological behavioral disorders have become prevalent issues nowadays. Uncontrolled and excessive time spent on the internet, along with the addictive use of mobile phones, brings along problems in social relationships, feelings of deprivation, and situations such as mobile device or technology addiction. The situation of being unable to live without a phone and consciously ignoring people around oneself has begun to be defined as 'Phubbing'. The main aim of this study is to examine high school students' instances of displaying Phubbing behavior concerning various demographic variables such as school type, gender, grade level, family relationships, and friendships. It is believed that this study will create an awareness of Phubbing behavior and contribute to the literature by providing insights into situations negatively affecting interpersonal communication, thereby enabling necessary precautions to be taken. The aim of this study is to examine Phubbing behavior among high school students concerning various demographic variables (school type, gender, grade level, family relationships, friendship relationships, duration of internet usage). The study was conducted based on a quantitative research method using a survey design. The 'General Phubbing Scale’ was employed as the data collection instrument. A total of 353 students from both private and public high schools in a province in the Central Anatolia region participated in the research during the 2022-2023 academic year. In addition to descriptive statistics for the analysis of quantitative data obtained from the scale, tests examining differences between means, such as independent sample t-Test and one-way analysis of variance (ANOVA), were utilized. Upon examination of the findings from the study, no significant difference was found concerning Phubbing behavior based on gender. However, significant differences were observed in demonstrating Phubbing behavior among students based on school type, phone usage durations, and family and friendship relationships. The research concludes with some recommendations.

Friends, followers, peers, and posts: adolescents' in-person and online friendship networks and social media use influences on friendship closeness via the importance of technology for social connection

IntroductionWith the proliferation of smartphones, social media access and use is ubiquitous. As such, many adolescent friendships now comprise both in-person and online contexts. Our paper explores the relationship between these contexts in two parts: the first is an exploratory comparison of in-person and online friendship networks with peers at school using descriptive social network analysis; the second, an investigation of how the use of different social media platforms relates to the importance placed on social media for connectedness and friendship closeness.MethodsParticipants were 547 adolescents (M = 15.25 years, 52% male, 55% white) from six schools in Southern Ontario, Canada. Participants completed a peer nomination survey on their relationships with peers at school and a self-report survey on social media use.ResultsWhile in-person and online networks are largely overlapping, there are important differences between the two. Results from the path analyses suggest that length of cell phone usage, Instagram, Snapchat, and YouTube were positively associated with the importance placed on technology for social connection and that this importance was also positively associated with feelings of friendship closeness. Daily cell phone usage, Instagram, and Snapchat use were positively indirectly associated with friendship closeness through the importance of technology for social connection.DiscussionOur findings also suggest slight gender differences, with daily time spent on a smartphone only significantly positively associated with the importance of technology for social connection for girls. Implications for future study are discussed.

Regular Mobile Phone Use and Incident Cardiovascular Diseases: Mediating Effects of Sleep Patterns, Psychological Distress, and Neuroticism.

The relationship between mobile phone use and incident cardiovascular disease (CVD) is uncertain. We aimed to examine the association of regular mobile phone use with incident CVD and explore the mediating effects of sleep and mental health. A total of 444,027 individuals from the UK Biobank without a history of CVD were included. Regular mobile phone use was defined as at least 1 call per week. Weekly mobile phone usage time was self-reported as the average time of calls per week over the previous 3 months. The primary outcome was incident CVD. The secondary outcomes included each component of CVD and increased carotid intima-media thickness (CIMT). We applied Cox proportional hazard models to assess the association between mobile phone use and incident CVD, and mediation analyses to investigate the role of sleep patterns, psychologic distress, and neuroticism. In a median follow-up period of 12.3 years, 56,181 individuals developed incident CVD. Compared with nonregular mobile phone users, regular mobile phone users had a significantly higher risk of incident CVD (hazard ratio 1.04, 95% confidence interval 1.02-1.06) and increased CIMT (odds ratio 1.11, 95% CI 1.04-1.18). Among regular mobile phone users, weekly mobile phone usage time was positively associated with the risk of incident CVD, especially in current smokers (P for interaction= 0.001) and diabetic individuals (P for interaction= 0.037). Of the relationship between weekly mobile phone usage time and incident CVD, 5.11% was mediated by sleep patterns, 11.5% by psychological distress, and 2.25% by neuroticism. Weekly mobile phone usage time was positively associated with incident CVD risk, which was partly explained by poor sleep, psychologic distress, and neuroticism.

The Impact of Digitalization on FDI Inflows in Saudi Arabia

Aim: This study investigated the impact of digitalization on foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows in Saudi Arabia. m Methods: The study identified critical digitalization and institutional factors and hypothesized their influence on FDI inflows to Saudi Arabia. Multiple linear regression analysis using the Ordinary Least Squares (OLS) method was conducted on data from 1997 to 2022, utilizing SPSS. Results: The outcomes revealed that digital infrastructure and government policy positively and significantly explain the FDI inflows in Saudi Arabia. The null hypothesis was rejected, indicating that effective digitalization and supportive government policy contribute to FDI inflows. Conclusion: The study concluded that internet access, mobile phone usage, and favorable government policies are key factors in attracting FDI inflows into Saudi Arabia. Recommendations: Policymakers should prioritize developing and implementing comprehensive digitalization strategies and regulations to improve digitalization and business-related institutions, raise the standard of digital transformation, and improve the regulatory environment framework to encourage more inward FDI inflows.

The Usage of Android Phone and the Academic Performance of the Grade 10 Students in Jose Abad Santos National High School

The study aimed to determine the impact of Android phones on the academic performance of Grade 10 students in Jose Abad Santos National High School. The study employed a descriptive-correlational research design. Were 182 respondents selected using a stratified random sampling technique who responded to the adapted survey guide questionnaire? The frequency count and percentage, mean, and Pearson product-moment correlation coefficient were the statistical tools used. Most respondents were 17-18 years old, female, used Vivo android phone, and had average socio-economic status. The usage of Android phones occasionally used by the respondents, in particular in the cognitive aspect. The average grade of the Grade 10 students in the first grading period of the school year 2022-2023 was 83.09 indicating that their academic performance was approaching proficiency level—a significant relationship was found between the usage of Android phones and academic performance of the Grade 10 students. Moreover, the findings indicated that there was a significant relationship between the Android phone and academic performance of the Grade 10 students particularly their cognitive aspects in which the students develop their mental skills and acquisition of knowledge.

Distracted Driving: Determining Cell Phone Usage from Forensic Cellular Records

Distracted Driving: Determining Cell Phone Usage from Forensic Cellular Records

The effect of cervical stabilization and thoracic spine extension exercises on neck functional ability for forward head posture patients

Background: The widespread usage of cell phones may encourage everyone to rely more on technology in all aspects of their lives. However, if technology use in daily tasks is not balanced with physical exercise, musculoskeletal problems may develop. The most common concern associated with this syndrome is forward head posture. This study aimed to determine whether giving cervical stabilization and thoracic spine extension exercises can increase neck functional ability for forward head posture patients. Methods: The study used an experimental design. There were 23 physiotherapy students of Universitas 'Aisyiyah Yogyakarta as samples for this study, who had forward head posture and underwent measurement of neck functional ability by using the neck disability index (NDI). The independent administrator randomly assigned the treatment and control groups. The interventions were s conducted three times a week for four weeks. Data analysis employed a paired sample T-test to assess the effect of treatment and control groups. An independent sample T-test was used to compare the impact of treatments and control groups. Results: The results of the paired sample T-test in treatment and control groups, with p-values=0.001, indicate that both interventions improved the functional ability of the neck. The difference between treatment and control groups tested by the independent sample T-test shows p-value=0.062 for the pre-test and (p-value=0.444), suggesting no difference in effectiveness between cervical stabilization and thoracic spine extension on neck functional ability for forward head posture conditions. Conclusion: There was no difference in the effect of cervical stabilization and thoracic spine extension on the functional ability of the neck for forward head posture.

Determining the effects of nomophobia on nurses and midwives in a maternity and child health hospital: A cross-sectional study.

This study aims to assess the levels of nomophobia among nurses and midwives employed at a gynecology and children's hospital and to explore its impact on their lives. This descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted in a gynecology and pediatrics hospital situated in the western region of Turkey. The research sample comprised 112 nurses and midwives. Data collection was facilitated through an "Introductory Information Form" and the "Nomophobia Scale," with adherence to the STROBE checklist for reporting this cross-sectional study. The mean age of the participants was 34.50 ± 9.98 years. The average total score on the nomophobia scale was 68.45 ± 24.62, with 54.5% of participants classified as having moderate levels of nomophobia. Factors such as age, years of experience in nursing or midwifery, work patterns, and the habit of checking their phones immediately upon waking and before sleeping were found to influence their levels of nomophobia. The study observed that mobile phone usage among nurses and midwives in a gynecology and pediatrics setting negatively affects their mental and physical health, with a moderate level of nomophobia being prevalent. Notably, older age and increased work experience were associated with lower nomophobia scores. Initiatives aimed at preventing the onset of nomophobia are recommended, especially targeting younger nurses and midwives who play a crucial role in health service delivery.

Female Engagement in Asian Workforce: Exploring the Impact of ICT

The labor market in Asian countries has both challenges and opportunities for women to participate in the work force. The aim of this article is to investigate the association of ICT, female education, and fertility with the female labor force participation in 48 Asian countries from 2014 to 2021 in fixed effect model. The results reveal that there is positive and significant association of internet use with female labor force participation, whereas there is a negative relationship between mobile phone usage and female labor force participation which is only significant at ten percent. Similarly, the control variables, GDP and female secondary school enrollment have also positive relationship with female labor force participation. The fertility rate has negative association with female labor force participation. Furthermore, it is found that ICT has significantly affected to female labor participation in Central Asia and South-Eastern Asia. The findings of this article explain that the ICT has increased female labor force participation, their empowerments and returns in the Asian countries. However, it is applicable for the appropriate policies of ICT usage in such a way that it not only increases female labor force participation but also increases the productivity of female workforce. The policy makers should increase the skill-oriented applications in both mobile applications and internet browsers. There should be restrictions on certain applications in the devices which reduce work productivity thereby assuring increase in female labor force participation.

Impact of Mobile Phone Use on College Students' Self-perceived Health During the Epidemic in China: The Mediating Role of Sleep Quality

Objectives: The soaring rate of Internet usage among college and university students during the pandemic became an abuse more than a necessity, turning the mobile phone usage as an addiction. However, the impact of using mobile phones on the perceived health of college students is still a controversial topic. The purpose of this study was to reveal the influencing factors of mobile phone usage on college students' self-perceived health during the pandemic. Methods: This study used data from 230 college students who had participated in the China Comprehensive Social Survey (CGSS) in March 2021. A multiple linear regression model was used to conduct data analysis, considering the influence of multiple independent variables on the dependent variable. The hypothesis testing and predictive analytics were done to validate research hypotheses. Results: The study found that mobile phone usage has a positive impact on college students' self-perception of health. However, this positive impact does not exist in isolation and is significantly mediated by sleep quality. Further analysis of the data of urban and rural college students found that the mobile phone utilization by urban college students has a more significant impact on self-perceived health than by rural college students. Conclusions: In the context of public health emergencies, rational use of mobile phones can effectively alleviate the negative emotions of college students. Therefore, it is imperative that students are guided towards healthy and rational utilization of mobile phones, to reduce potential negative effects and maintain a good mental state.

A Comparitive Study of Physical Activity, Academic Performance and Stress Level Among Pharmacy and Non-Pharmacy Students - Before, During and After Covid19 Lockdown

Aims and Objectives: To compare the impact of COVID19 lockdown on physical activity, academic performance and stress levels among Pharmacy and Non-Pharmacy students in 3 timeframes- before, during and after lockdown. Methods: This is a Cross-sectional retrospective study conducted for a period of 6 months. The data was collected both online and offline. All college going students who had attended regular offline classes before lockdown were included. A total of 880 students were included in the study. A self-prepared questionnaire was used to collect data. The association was calculated using Chi-square test and p-value of less than or equal to 0.05 was fixed as level of significance. Results: Analysing the data from 880 students, we found that while non-pharmacy students exercise regularly (67% vs 55.7%), they also spend more time (&gt;8 hours/day) using electronic gadgets (62.9% vs 51.8%). Sleep duration was less, 4-6 hours/day for all students after lockdown (80%), due to sudden overload of class work. Both groups reported difficulty in online learning due to network issues, unfamiliarity with online classes, difficulty in notes taking and unavailability of book resources. Stress levels were high for all, but pharmacy students showed higher anxiety about academics and future careers, while non-pharmacy students reported greater stress in interpersonal relationships. Conclusion: We thus conclude that Pharmacy students might benefit from targeted workshops on exam anxiety and future career planning, while Non-Pharmacy students might benefit from support groups or workshops on building positive interpersonal relationships. Both categories of students may benefit from counseling regarding time management, effective phone usage and the importance of 7-8 hours sleep at night.

Problematic usage, safety knowledge, and dependency challenges of mobile phones among late adolescents in southern India: a mixed-methods study

Problematic usage, safety knowledge, and dependency challenges of mobile phones among late adolescents in southern India: a mixed-methods study