ICPS
2021 APS Virtual Convention · 2021
Cell Phone Usage within University Settings: Perspectives from Latinx Undergraduate Students
- Julie Salazar
California State University Northridge - Sabrina Fontillas
California State University, Northridge - Jonastasya Griffith
California State University, Northridge - Nicole Whitmore
California State University, Northridge - Omar Ruvalcaba
California State University, Northridge
Abstract
University students were recruited to participate in semi-structured interviews on their daily cell phone usage. Researchers used thematic analysis to explore patterns in participant’s responses related to social use of cell phones, academics, and health-related concerns. Findings suggest undergraduates use cell phones as a stress-coping mechanism, maintain relationships, and communication.
Communication