The Effects of Electronic Media Usage on Sleep and Daytime Fatigue
Kanaya Dyara Taqiiya
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
2763481
Linda Bettelli
Group 8
Statistics 2
31 March 2024
Words: 1598
, THE EFFECTS OF ELECTRONIC MEDIA USAGE ON SLEEP AND DAYTIME FATIGUE 2
The Effects of Electronic Media Usage on Sleep and Daytime Fatigue
Sufficient sleep plays a vital role in the cognitive and socio-emotional well-being of
adolescents. Despite its significance, a considerable number of adolescents encounter
challenges in obtaining adequate sleep. One factor contributing to sleep disturbances is
electronic media consumption, including smartphone usage, television watching, and
computer gaming. Previous research has established a connection between increased
screentime and adverse effects on sleep duration and quality (Cain & Gradisar, 2010). The
exposure to screens, especially those emitting blue light, has been associated with disruptions
in melatonin production, contributing to circadian rhythm disturbances and impairing the
initiation and continuity of sleep (Falbe et al., 2015; Hutton et al., 2020; Woods & Scott,
2016). As a consequence, individuals experience increased daytime fatigue, which has a
variety of implications. Notably, it has been linked to negative impacts on mental health
(Perrault et al., 2019; Woods & Scott, 2016). Daytime fatigue can also compromise mental
alertness, potentially impacting cognitive performance and academic achievement,
particularly among adolescents (Adelantado-Renau et al., 2019; Perez-Lloret et al., 2013).
The escalating prevalence of electronic media usage accentuates the need for an
exploration of its impact on sleep patterns and daytime fatigue. This study aims to examine
the consequences of increased electronic media consumption on sleep quantity and quality,
and daytime fatigue. In this study, we hypothesise that an increase in the average hours of
electronic media usage per day results in increased daytime fatigue, and is moderated by
hours of sleep. Additionally, participants in the intervention group will exhibit a significantly
higher increase in posttest sleep duration compared to the control group, even after
controlling for pre-intervention sleep duration.
Kanaya Dyara Taqiiya
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
2763481
Linda Bettelli
Group 8
Statistics 2
31 March 2024
Words: 1598
, THE EFFECTS OF ELECTRONIC MEDIA USAGE ON SLEEP AND DAYTIME FATIGUE 2
The Effects of Electronic Media Usage on Sleep and Daytime Fatigue
Sufficient sleep plays a vital role in the cognitive and socio-emotional well-being of
adolescents. Despite its significance, a considerable number of adolescents encounter
challenges in obtaining adequate sleep. One factor contributing to sleep disturbances is
electronic media consumption, including smartphone usage, television watching, and
computer gaming. Previous research has established a connection between increased
screentime and adverse effects on sleep duration and quality (Cain & Gradisar, 2010). The
exposure to screens, especially those emitting blue light, has been associated with disruptions
in melatonin production, contributing to circadian rhythm disturbances and impairing the
initiation and continuity of sleep (Falbe et al., 2015; Hutton et al., 2020; Woods & Scott,
2016). As a consequence, individuals experience increased daytime fatigue, which has a
variety of implications. Notably, it has been linked to negative impacts on mental health
(Perrault et al., 2019; Woods & Scott, 2016). Daytime fatigue can also compromise mental
alertness, potentially impacting cognitive performance and academic achievement,
particularly among adolescents (Adelantado-Renau et al., 2019; Perez-Lloret et al., 2013).
The escalating prevalence of electronic media usage accentuates the need for an
exploration of its impact on sleep patterns and daytime fatigue. This study aims to examine
the consequences of increased electronic media consumption on sleep quantity and quality,
and daytime fatigue. In this study, we hypothesise that an increase in the average hours of
electronic media usage per day results in increased daytime fatigue, and is moderated by
hours of sleep. Additionally, participants in the intervention group will exhibit a significantly
higher increase in posttest sleep duration compared to the control group, even after
controlling for pre-intervention sleep duration.
