Epidemiological characteristics of mobile phone ownership and use in korean children and adolescents.
This cross-sectional analysis used three Korean databases (2008–2011; n=21,693) to describe mobile phone ownership and use among children and adolescents and how these patterns vary by socioeconomic position. Ownership and use were higher among females, older students, and in 2011 compared with 2008, and the age of first ownership appeared to be decreasing. The authors conclude that precautionary measures to prevent unnecessary exposure are needed for children and adolescents.
Key points
- The study characterizes mobile phone ownership and use patterns in Korean children and adolescents using three databases from 2008–2011.
- Ownership and reported amount of use were higher in females than males and higher in higher school grades.
- Ownership and use increased over time, with higher levels reported in 2011 than in 2008.
- The reported average age of first phone ownership was lower in younger cohorts, suggesting earlier adoption over time.
- More than 90% of children in 5th grade were reported to own a mobile phone.
- Ownership and use were reported to be higher in lower-SEP communities and among children with less-educated parents.
- The paper focuses on epidemiological characteristics of use rather than measuring health outcomes.
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