Associations Between Screen Exposure, Multidimensional Sleep Indicators, and Type 2 Diabetes: A Cross-sectional Study Using US National Survey Data | Synapse
March 4, 2026Open Access
Associations Between Screen Exposure, Multidimensional Sleep Indicators, and Type 2 Diabetes: A Cross-sectional Study Using US National Survey Data
Key Points
The aim is to investigate the relationship between screen exposure and its effects on sleep indicators and type 2 diabetes risk.
Cross-sectional analysis using US National Survey Data
Evaluation of associations between screen time, sleep quality, and type 2 diabetes prevalence
Focus on differences among sexes and those with sleep disorders
Excessive screen time is associated with increased risk of type 2 diabetes (T2DM)
Higher risks observed particularly in females and those with sleep disorders
Suggests need for longitudinal studies to establish causality and interventions
Abstract
Excessive screen time is linked to elevated T2DM risk, particularly among females and individuals with sleep disorders. Longitudinal research is needed to assess causality and inform targeted interventions.