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Social support embedded in a mobile phone application to reduce unwanted smartphone usage among students
Leijzer, Anne (2023) Social support embedded in a mobile phone application to reduce unwanted smartphone usage among students.
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| Abstract: | Excessive smartphone usage is a growing concern among young adults. While numerous studies have examined various mobile phone applications aimed at reducing excessive screen time, the utilization of social support networks to accomplish this objective can be further explored. This research investigated three different forms of social support with a focus on university students as the test group. Out of the various approaches tested, having a support buddy capable of granting permission to exceed time limits emerged as the most favored option. To further examine this concept, a two-day user test was conducted. Students valued the additional barrier provided by a support buddy, especially during busy periods when they desire to limit phone usage. Nevertheless, participants also emphasized the importance of personal autonomy when it came to determining their phone usage during moments of relaxation. |
| Item Type: | Essay (Bachelor) |
| Faculty: | EEMCS: Electrical Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Science |
| Subject: | 54 computer science |
| Programme: | Computer Science BSc (56964) |
| Link to this item: | https://purl.utwente.nl/essays/96478 |
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