Personal, social, and game-related correlates of active and non-active gaming among dutch gaming adolescents: survey-based multivariable, multilevel logistic regression analyses

BACKGROUND: Playing video games contributes substantially to sedentary behavior in youth. A new generation of video games-active games-seems to be a promising alternative to sedentary games to promote physical activity and reduce sedentary behavior. At this time, little is known about correlates of active and non-active gaming among adolescents. OBJECTIVE: The objective of this study was to examine potential personal, social, and game-related correlates of both active and non-active gaming in adolescents. METHODS: A survey assessing game behavior and potential personal, social, and game-relate... Mehr ...