Association between screen time and physical activity on mental health among preschoolers: a cross-sectional study from Southwest China.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Screen time and physical activity behaviors undergo development during early childhood and impact mental health. However, there is limited knowledge regarding the associations between physical activity, screen time, and mental health problems (MHP) in preschoolers. This study examines these associations using a large sample size and brief measures.

Methods

A multistage cluster stratified sampling method was used to conduct an observational cross-sectional study of 19,015 Chinese preschoolers in 2020. Information on physical activity, and screen time was collected by a self-administered questionnaire; MHP was assessed by the parent-reported Strengths and Difficulties Questionnaire (SDQ). Logistic regression models were used to obtain the odds ratios (ORs) and 95% c

SUBMITTER: Liang Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10804503 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature