THE IMPACT OF EXCESSIVE SCREEN USE ON MENTAL HEALTH AND SLEEP QUALITY IN YOUNG PEOPLE AND ADULTS
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https://doi.org/10.63330/aurumpub.044-006Keywords:
Anxiety, Digital technologies, Mental health, Screen use, Sleep qualityAbstract
This study aims to analyze the impact of excessive screen use on mental health and sleep quality in young people and adults. It is an integrative literature review with a qualitative approach, based on scientific articles published in national and international databases, including recent studies on digital behavior, mental health, and sleep disorders. The results indicate that prolonged use of electronic devices, especially at night, is associated with increased symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress, as well as significant impairments in sleep quality, such as insomnia, reduced sleep duration, and sleep fragmentation. Exposure to blue light and cognitive overstimulation are identified as key contributing factors. It is concluded that excessive screen use represents an important risk factor for mental health and sleep quality, highlighting the need for health education strategies, promotion of sleep hygiene, and conscious use of technology to improve overall quality of life.
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