Appearance satisfaction mediates the relationship between recreational screen time and depressive symptoms in adolescents

Research suggests there is an association between high levels of recreational screen time and depression among adolescents; however, mechanisms driving this association remain unknown. The present study examined appearance and weight satisfaction and disordered eating behaviors as mediators in the relationship between recreational screen time and depressive symptoms in adolescents.

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  1. Gary Goldfield

    Senior Scientist, CHEO Research Institute

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  2. Nicole Obeid

    Scientist, CHEO Research Institute

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  3. Annick Buchholz

    Investigator, CHEO Research Institute

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