Feathures of Using of Mobile Communication (Intensity of Radiation, Temporary Modes) and Their Influence on the Health of Modern Younger Schoolchildren

Vyatleva, Olga A.; Kurgansky, A. M.

doi:10.35627/2219-5238/2018-305-8-51-54

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“…В настоящее время одним из факторов риска нарушения здоровья детей и подростков является использование информационно-коммуникационных технологий, в частности мобильного телефона (МТ). В значительной степени влияние МТ на самочувствие детей возрастает с началом его постоянного использования, которое совпадает с началом школьного обучения [1]. Современные научные данные свидетельствуют о неблагоприят ном влиянии сверхвысокочастотного (СВЧ) электромагнитного излучения МТ на здоровье школьников.…”

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Changes in the Method and Modes of Mobile Phone Use and Their Relationship with the Well-being in Junior Schoolchildren

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Kurgansky²

2021

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Background: Significant changes in the methods and modes of mobile phone (MP) use in modern primary schoolchildren and insufficient knowledge of their health consequences have determined the relevance and purpose of this study. Objective: To assess the dynamics of MP use in primary school students and its impact on children’s well-being. Materials and methods: In 2017–2019, changes in the type of MP, modes of voice communication and mobile Internet (MI) use, and the dynamics of the health symptoms frequency were assessed in the prospective cohort study of 47 primary schoolchildren (25 boys and 22 girls) using questionnaires. MP radiation levels were measured for 23 children. Results: During the observation period, we noted a decrease in the level of MP radiation (p = 0.002); an increase in the proportion of children using MI (from 57.4 to 85.1 %, p = 0.006) and in the frequency (p = 0.002) and duration (p = 0.01) of MI use; keeping MP closer to the body in the daytime (p = 0.01). By the end of the study, we observed an increase in the proportion of children with clinically significant symptoms (CSS) of sleep disturbance (from 23.4 to 40.4 %, p = 0.025) and anxiety (from 2.12 to 12.8 %, p = 0.043). The decrease in MP radiation levels accompanied by an increase in the frequency and duration of MI use correlated with the replacement of the “push-button” MP with a smartphone. The switch to smartphone and MI usage was associated with an increase in CSS of anxiety (p = 0.02) and difficulty falling asleep (p = 0.043). Conclusion: The study showed that in modern junior schoolchildren aged 7–10 with a short experience of MP usage, transition to using a MP as a multimedia device is a more important factor in impairment of well-being than the duration and intensity of MP voice communication.

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Changes in the Method and Modes of Mobile Phone Use and Their Relationship with the Well-being in Junior Schoolchildren

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Kurgansky²

2021

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The use of digital devices as a risk factor for the health of schoolchildren and students: literature review

Ivanova

2021

Sociology of Medicine

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The review reflects the research of specialists in the field of hygiene on the problem of the impact of the use of digital devices on the health of schoolchildren and students (the research used the survey method and medical methods). The relevance of the topic is determined by the fact that, firstly, the child and adolescent population and young people have become active users of TS, and secondly, the emerging body of adolescents and especially children is more susceptible to external negative influences. Another important reason is the intensification and digitalization of the educational process. The review presents works that study: 1) the impact of the use of CU by students on their well-being and the appearance of complaints (from the side of vision, musculoskeletal system, nervous system, etc.) and on their morbidity; 2) the knowledge of students about hygiene recommendations and their assessment of the health risks of uncontrolled use of CU; 3) the prevalence of the use of CU that creates health risks. Statistically significant links were found between the increase in the duration of the use of CU and the appearance of various complaints about the state of health in schoolchildren and students. The risks to health are shown with frequent use of various data centers. It is noted that there is a need for state measures aimed at preserving the health of students in the digital environment and the participation of all socialization institutions in the formation of healthy lifestyle skills and the safe use of TSU in the younger generation. The review may be of interest to specialists in the field of health sociology.

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Risks for Health Associated With Use Modes and Radiation Level of Cell Phones in Modern Younger Schoolchildren

Vyatleva

Kurgansky

2019

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Introduction. The wide coverage of modern schoolchildren with cell phones (CP), the increased vulnerability of children to radiofrequency radiation, the lack of age standards for safe CP use determined the aim of the study: to identify CP radiation levels and use modes, associated with the health risks in modern schoolchildren. Material and methods. In a cross-sectional study of 80 modern schoolchildren (8.57 ± 0.75 y.o; 2017-2018 education years) without neurological complications in history by measuring CP power flux density (PFD), questioning and risks calculating, there were determined the radiation levels and daily modes of СT use (calls number - CN, duration of call - CD, and calls total duration - CTD), which are associated with the risks of clinically significant health deviations (dizziness, 4 or more colds per year, and frequent (several times a week) headaches, sleep disturbances, fatigue, anxiety, low mood, poor attention, and memory). Results. The risk of dizziness increases when children use CP with a maximal PFD ≥100 µW/cm² (OR = 4.44; 95% CI: 1.15-9.27), or if CTD increases from 6.25 to ≥12 minutes (OR= 8.55; 95% CI 1.74-7.11). Increasing CN from 1-2 to 3-5 causes the risk of frequent anxiety (OR 7.86; 95% CI 1.26-31.8). Using the «push-button» CPs in comparison with smartphones is associated with the frequent low mood (OR= 5.42; 95% CI: 1.47-6.10). Conclusion. The use of «push-button» CР, CР with PFD ≥ 100 µW/cm², CTD ≥ 6.25 minutes, CN > 1-2 cause risks for children’s health

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Feathures of Using of Mobile Communication (Intensity of Radiation, Temporary Modes) and Their Influence on the Health of Modern Younger Schoolchildren

Cited by 8 publications

References 10 publications

Changes in the Method and Modes of Mobile Phone Use and Their Relationship with the Well-being in Junior Schoolchildren

Changes in the Method and Modes of Mobile Phone Use and Their Relationship with the Well-being in Junior Schoolchildren

The use of digital devices as a risk factor for the health of schoolchildren and students: literature review

Risks for Health Associated With Use Modes and Radiation Level of Cell Phones in Modern Younger Schoolchildren

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