Exploring the link between sedentary behaviour and mental health outcomes in British Columbian youth during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Studies have shown that increased sedentary behaviour in youth is related to an increase in adverse mental health outcomes, but evidence of this effect during the COVID-19 pandemic is limited. With the large-scale adoption of online schooling due to COVID-19 in many regions, youth may be facing increased sedentary behaviour resulting in increased adverse mental health outcomes. This study, a comprehensive self-reported survey of social and emotional development, health, and well-being of participating British Columbia Grade 11 students, aims to elucidate the relationship between sedentary behaviour and mental health outcomes to inform future research and policy implementation. TEAM Akash Sharma, David Long, Hasina Samji

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10/18/2021 4:20:00 PM