The key purpose of this research is to identify the effects of mobile phone usage during nights and sleep disruption among undergraduate students. In today’s world, technology has taken a huge role and caused a strong impact in every individual’s life and one of the most prominent usages under the world of technology had been the mobile phone. The mobile phone usage is highly significant among the younger generation. This study has been conducted among the undergraduate students of Segi Kuala Lumpur. This research aims to study on the effects of the late night usage of mobile phone among these undergraduate students and their sleep quality. A total of 80 students were drawn in for this research and it was conducted in Segi College Kuala Lumpur. Data were collected in the form of questionnaire, a quantitative approach in which the participants were provided with questionnaire consisting of 27 questions including 2 sub questions. Questions were in the form of dichotomous scale, nominal scale, ordinal scale and a 5 point likert scale. The analysis of data was computed using the statistical software, Statistical Package for Social Science (SPSS). Results obtained have shown that there is no significant relationship between mobile phone usage during nights and no significant difference between gender and mobile phone usage during nights.
Table of Contents
- CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION
- Background of Research
- Research Problem
- Objective
- Research Questions
- Conceptual Definition
- Operational Definition
- Theories
- Hypothesis
- CHAPTER 2: LITERATURE REVIEW
- CHAPTER 3: Research Methodology
- Research Design
- Research Subject
- Sampling Procedure
- Instrumentation
- Procedure
- Data Analysis
- CHAPTER 4: RESULT
- DEMOGRAPHIC DATA
- GENDER
- TECHNOLOGY
- AVERAGE HOURS AND GENDER
- Frequently Used Device Before Sleep
- SLEEP DISRUPTION
- AVERAGE HOURS OF SLEEP ON WORKING/SCHOOLING DAYS
- AVERAGE HOURS OF SLEEP ON WEEKENDS
- COMPARISON OF SLEEP ON WORKING/SCHOOLING DAYS AND WEEKENDS
- MOBILE PHONE USAGE DURING NIGHTS
- POSSESSION OF MOBILE PHONE
- PURPOSE OF MOBILE PHONE USAGE DURING NIGHTS
- MINIMAL HOURS SPENT ON MOBILE PHONE BEFORE BEDTIME
- MOBILE PHONE USAGE DURING WEEKENDS OR WEEKDAYS
- CORRELATION: RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN MOBILE PHONE USAGE DURING NIGHTS AND SLEEP DISRUPTION
- T-TEST: DIFFERENCE BETWEEN GENDER AND MOBILE PHONE USAGE DURING NIGHTS
- DEMOGRAPHIC DATA
- CHAPTER 5: DISCUSSION AND IMPLICATION
- INTRODUCTION
- FINDINGS
- LIMITATIONS AND IMPLICATIONS
Objectives and Key Themes
This research aims to investigate the relationship between nighttime mobile phone usage and sleep disruption among undergraduate students in Malaysia. The study seeks to determine if there is a correlation between these two factors and if gender plays a role in this relationship.
- The impact of nighttime mobile phone use on sleep quality.
- Differences in mobile phone usage patterns between male and female students.
- The correlation between the duration of mobile phone use before bedtime and sleep disruption.
- The influence of mobile phone use on sleep duration and sleep patterns.
- The overall effects of mobile phone usage on the sleep patterns and quality of sleep among undergraduate students.
Chapter Summaries
CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION: This chapter lays the groundwork for the research, introducing the background of the study by highlighting the increasing prevalence of mobile phone usage among young adults and its potential impact on sleep. It clearly states the research problem, focusing on identifying the effects of nighttime mobile phone usage and sleep disruption amongst undergraduate students. The chapter outlines the research objectives, questions, and hypotheses, providing a clear and concise direction for the study. It also includes the conceptual and operational definitions of key terms, ensuring a shared understanding of terminology throughout the research process. This structured approach provides a solid foundation for the subsequent chapters.
CHAPTER 2: LITERATURE REVIEW: This chapter presents a critical review of existing literature on the relationship between technology use, particularly mobile phone usage, and sleep disruption. It synthesizes findings from various studies, examining the effects of different types of electronic media and light exposure on sleep patterns, circadian rhythms, and cognitive performance. The review specifically addresses adolescent sleep patterns and night-time technology use, exploring the existing evidence to contextualize the current research. The examination of previous studies allows for the identification of gaps in research and helps to inform the methodology and objectives of the present study. This review provides a theoretical framework and sets the stage for the empirical investigation.
CHAPTER 3: Research Methodology: This chapter details the research design and methodology employed in the study. It describes the research subjects (undergraduate students at Segi College Kuala Lumpur), the sampling procedure, and the instrumentation used to collect data (a questionnaire). The questionnaire's design is explained, including the types of scales used (dichotomous, nominal, ordinal, and 5-point Likert). The data collection procedure and the statistical analysis methods (using SPSS) are clearly outlined, ensuring the study's replicability and transparency. This meticulous description of methods allows for a critical evaluation of the study's validity and reliability. The chapter provides a comprehensive overview of the methods for the research.
CHAPTER 4: RESULT: This chapter presents the findings of the study. It begins with demographic data, presenting information about the participants and their characteristics which could affect the result of the research. The findings related to technology usage, sleep disruption, and mobile phone usage during nights are systematically presented. This includes data on average hours of sleep, mobile phone ownership, the purposes of mobile phone use at night, and the frequency of use. Importantly, this chapter includes the results of statistical analyses (correlation and t-tests) examining the relationship between mobile phone usage and sleep disruption, and potential gender differences. The statistical results reported in this section are fundamental in addressing the main research questions.
Keywords
Mobile phone usage, sleep disruption, undergraduate students, sleep quality, gender differences, nighttime technology use, sleep patterns, circadian rhythm, Malaysia, quantitative research, SPSS.
Frequently Asked Questions: Nighttime Mobile Phone Usage and Sleep Disruption Among Undergraduate Students in Malaysia
What is the main topic of this research?
This research investigates the relationship between nighttime mobile phone usage and sleep disruption among undergraduate students in Malaysia. It explores whether a correlation exists between these two factors and if gender influences this relationship.
What are the key themes explored in the study?
Key themes include the impact of nighttime mobile phone use on sleep quality, differences in mobile phone usage patterns between male and female students, the correlation between mobile phone use before bedtime and sleep disruption, the influence of mobile phone use on sleep duration and patterns, and the overall effects of mobile phone usage on sleep patterns and quality among undergraduate students.
What are the objectives of this research?
The research aims to determine if there's a correlation between nighttime mobile phone usage and sleep disruption, and if gender plays a role in this relationship. It seeks to understand the impact of nighttime mobile phone use on sleep quality and patterns among undergraduate students.
What is the structure of the research report?
The report is structured into five chapters. Chapter 1 provides an introduction, including the background, research problem, objectives, questions, definitions, theories, and hypotheses. Chapter 2 presents a literature review on technology use and sleep disruption. Chapter 3 details the research methodology, including the research design, participants, sampling, instrumentation, procedure, and data analysis. Chapter 4 presents the results, including demographic data, technology usage, sleep disruption data, and statistical analyses (correlation and t-tests). Finally, Chapter 5 discusses the findings, limitations, and implications of the study.
What methodology was used in this research?
The research employed a quantitative methodology. Data was collected using a questionnaire with various scales (dichotomous, nominal, ordinal, and 5-point Likert). The data was analyzed using SPSS software, including correlation and t-tests to examine the relationship between mobile phone usage and sleep disruption, and potential gender differences.
What type of data was collected?
The data collected included demographic information (gender), technology usage (average hours, frequently used devices), sleep disruption (average hours of sleep on weekdays and weekends), and mobile phone usage during nights (ownership, purpose, frequency, and duration).
What are the key findings of the study? (General Overview)
Chapter 4 presents the specific findings, which include data on average sleep hours, mobile phone ownership and usage patterns, and the results of statistical analyses exploring the relationship between mobile phone use and sleep disruption, considering gender differences. Detailed summaries of these findings are provided within the Chapter Summaries section of the report.
What are the limitations and implications of the study?
The limitations and implications of the study are discussed in Chapter 5. This section analyzes potential weaknesses of the research design and methodology and considers the broader implications of the findings for understanding the relationship between mobile phone use and sleep among young adults.
What are the keywords associated with this research?
Keywords include: Mobile phone usage, sleep disruption, undergraduate students, sleep quality, gender differences, nighttime technology use, sleep patterns, circadian rhythm, Malaysia, quantitative research, SPSS.
Where can I find the detailed results of the statistical analysis?
The detailed results of the statistical analysis (correlation and t-tests) are presented in Chapter 4 of the research report. This chapter systematically presents the findings related to technology usage, sleep disruption, and mobile phone usage during the night, including the results of the statistical tests performed.
- Citar trabajo
- Darnisha Ragupathi (Autor), 2016, Mobile Phone Usage during Nights among Male and Female Undergraduate Students and Sleep Disruption in Malaysia, Múnich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/388467
