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VOL. 10, ISSUE 4 (2025)
Correlation of screen time and quality of life among physiotherapy students
Authors
Shanta Pukale, Vaishali Ingole, Pranjal Grover
Abstract
This study aimed to find the correlation of
screen time and quality of life among physiotherapy students using the SF-12
questionnaire. A total of 150 students who met the inclusion and exclusion
criteria took part in the study. Physical (PCS) and mental (MCS) component
scores were analyzed based on daily screentime. The average screen time of the
participants was about 5–6 hours per day. Since the data were not normally
distributed (as per the Shapiro-Wilk test), non-parametric tests were used for
analysis. Spearman’s correlation showed no significant relationship between
screen time and PCS or MCS. When screen time was divided into low, medium, and
high groups, the Kruskal-Wallis test showed no difference in PCS scores but a
slight difference in MCS scores. Chi-square analysis showed no link between PCS
and screen time, but MCS showed a significant association, suggesting that
higher screen use may affect mental health. The study concludes that while
physical health was not affected by screen time, longer screen exposure may
lower mental well-being. These results highlight the need to promote healthy screen
habits among physiotherapy students to maintain better mental and overall
health.
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Pages:61-65
How to cite this article:
Shanta Pukale, Vaishali Ingole, Pranjal Grover "Correlation of screen time and quality of life among physiotherapy students". International Journal of Yoga, Physiotherapy and Physical Education, Vol 10, Issue 4, 2025, Pages 61-65
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