SCREEN ADDICTION, PHYSICAL ACTIVITY, AND STRESS LEVEL OF LEARNERS: A SEQUENTIAL EXPLANATORY STUDY

Author Name: 1. Noel L. Dominado. Ed.D , 2. John Renus F. Galang

Volume/Issue: 04/04

Country: Philippines

DOI NO.: 08.2020-25662434 DOI Link: https://doi-ds.org/doilink/09.2023-96191556/UIJIR

Affiliation:

1. DepEd-Pampanga, Senior High School in Mgalanag Stand Alone 2 San Perdro, Magalang, Pampanga, Philippines.
2. DepEd-Pampanga, Senior High School in Mgalanag Stand Alone 2 San Perdro, Magalang, Pampanga, Philippines.

ABSTRACT

The study aims to investigate screen addiction, physical activity, and stress levels among learners The result of the investigation was the basis of the formulation of the proposed program promoting physical activity to reduce screen dependency and induced stress. A mixed methods sequential explanatory design was utilized involving 643 grades eleven and twelve learners of Senior High Schools in Magalang Stand Alone II Cluster I Schools Division of Pampanga. The study demonstrated that higher levels of stress were related to excessive screen time, obsessive behavior, and lack of control over screen use. On the other hand, more physical exercise was linked to reduced stress levels. Furthermore, the study also discovered a connection between screen addiction, exercise, and stress levels. Screen addiction can result from boredom, worry, or anxiety, which can subsequently lead to additional boredom and stress. Although it can be difficult for screen-dependent individuals to find the time for exercise, it can assist in reducing stress and anxiety. Stressed-out people may turn to their devices to relax, which can further contribute to screen addiction. Finally, the findings have significance for the management of stress and screen addiction. Reduced screen time, healthy screen use control, regular physical activity, and monitoring and treating any indicators of obsessive behavior connected to screen use should be the main goals of interventions.

Key words: Physical Activity, Screen Addiction, Stress Level of Learners, Sequential, Explanatory