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Yanjie Zhang1,2, Sitong Chen3, Chengyao Wang4
1Exercise Psychophysiology Laboratory, Institute of KEEP Collaborative Innovation, School of Psychology, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, China.
Increased sedentary behavior in adolescents is linked to a higher risk of anxiety-induced sleep disorders. Limiting daily sedentary time is crucial for improving adolescent mental health and sleep quality.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Adolescent Health
- Sleep Medicine
Background:
- Sedentary behavior is prevalent among adolescents globally.
- Anxiety-induced sleep disorders pose a significant public health concern in this demographic.
Purpose of the Study:
- To examine the global association between sedentary behavior and anxiety-induced sleep disorder in adolescents.
- To identify specific thresholds of sedentary behavior linked to increased sleep disturbances.
Main Methods:
- Analysis of data from 254,924 adolescents (Global School-Based Student Health Survey).
- Utilized self-reported questionnaires for assessing sleep disorders and sedentary habits.
- Employed multivariable logistic regression and countrywide meta-analysis.
Main Results:
- A linear association was observed between sedentary time and higher odds of anxiety-related sleep disorder.
- Adolescents engaging in 8 or more hours of sedentary behavior daily showed a 2.17 times increased odds.
- Meta-analysis confirmed that ≥8 hours of sedentary behavior yielded an odds ratio of 1.40 for sleep anxiety.
Conclusions:
- Elevated sedentary behavior correlates with increased sleep disorders among adolescents, irrespective of sex.
- Findings highlight the need for preventive strategies to reduce sedentary time.
- Interventions targeting sedentary behavior may improve adolescent mental health and sleep quality.
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