Beyond the Screens: Reflections of Remote Learning on Adolescents’ Mental Health
Abstract: Remote learning during the COVID-19 pandemic demanded adaptations from adolescents who showed a noticeable dependency on screens. However, little is known about their own experiences during this period. This study aimed to investigate how experiences with remote learning influenced daily l...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Universidade de São Paulo
2025-01-01
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| Series: | Paidéia (Ribeirão Preto) |
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| Online Access: | http://www.scielo.br/scielo.php?script=sci_arttext&pid=S0103-863X2024000100402&lng=en&tlng=en |
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| Summary: | Abstract: Remote learning during the COVID-19 pandemic demanded adaptations from adolescents who showed a noticeable dependency on screens. However, little is known about their own experiences during this period. This study aimed to investigate how experiences with remote learning influenced daily lives and, consequently, adolescent mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic. This is a qualitative study that included 22 adolescents from public schools. A single online interview was conducted with each participant. Inductive content analysis revealed difficulties in organizing and planning daily activities, a tendency towards idleness, and anxiety. There was an increase in time spent on social media, affecting interpersonal relationships, academic performance, and motivation. The importance of the school environment in improving adolescent mental health is highlighted through partnerships with health institutions for early interventions. Further studies are needed to assess the impact of intense screen time in the post-pandemic period and its consequences on social experiences. |
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| ISSN: | 1982-4327 |