THE IMPACT OF SOCIAL MEDIA USE ON SLEEP QUALITY AMONG GRADE 11

STUDENTS IN CANSOJONG NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL

A research study
presented to the faculty
of the Senior High School Department
of Cansojong National High School
Talisay City, Cebu Philippines

In Partial Fulfillment
of the Requirements of the Course
Practical Research S.Y. 2024-2025

MEMBERS:

Bacalso,Jabob
Badayos,Gabrilla
Cabana,Wyeth Denise C.
Cabardo,Rhea
Canillo,Mariana
Dionsay, Christopher
Lapiz,Love Joy
Quezon,Grester Gigi
Simoy, Jaylord B.
 CHAPTER 1

RATIONALE

The impact of social media use on sleep quality among grade 11 students is
significant, with various studies highlighting a consistent correlation between excessive
social media engagement and poor sleep outcomes. Social media refers to interactive
technologies that facilitate the creation, sharing, and aggregation of content among
virtual communities and networks that includes; Facebook, TikTok, YouTube, Instagram,
X (formerly Twitter). These platforms are the most widely used social media platforms in
the Philippines as of 2024 (Meltwater, 2024).

Research indicates that late-night social media usage disrupts sleep patterns,
leading to inadequate sleep, which is crucial for students' health and academic
performance(Thounaojam et al., 2024) (Siddharthan et al., 2024). Social media has
grown extensively among the adolescent population. However, excessive use at
bedtime is reported to affect their quality of sleep. Sleep is very important for the normal
growth and development of a child; meanwhile, inadequate sleep poses numerous
health risks. Most studies aggregate social media usage without differentiating between
specific platforms and do not account for demographic factors such as age, gender, or
socio-economic status that may influence both social media usage patterns and sleep
quality. The study will focus on the impact of social media use on sleep quality among
Grade 11 students at Cansojong National High School. It will examine various social
media platforms, including Facebook, TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, and X (formerly
Twitter), which are widely used in the Philippines. The research will assess how
late-night social media engagement correlates with sleep patterns, sleep duration, and
overall sleep quality among these students. Additionally, it will explore the implications
of poor sleep quality on students' health and academic performance. The study will be
limited to Grade 11 students at Cansojong National High School and will not include
other grade levels or schools in the area. The research will focus solely on the
relationship between social media usage and sleep quality, excluding other factors that
may influence sleep, such as academic workload, mental health conditions, or family
dynamics. Furthermore, the study will primarily rely on self-reported data regarding
social media usage and sleep quality, which may introduce biases or inaccuracies in the
findings. The timeframe for data collection will be confined to the current academic year
(2024), limiting longitudinal analysis of trends over time.

The study highlights the significant impact of social media use on sleep quality
among Grade 11 students at Cansojong National High School. Excessive late-night
engagement with platforms like Facebook, TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, and X (formerly
Twitter) is linked to disrupted sleep patterns and inadequate sleep, which can adversely
affect students' health and academic performance. While the research is limited to a
specific demographic and relies on self-reported data, it underscores the need for
awareness and strategies to promote healthier social media habits among adolescents
to support their overall well-being.

STATEMENT OF THE PROBLEM

This study aims to determine the impact of social media use on sleep quality
among grade 11 senior high school students. The study was designed to investigate
whether the frequency and timing of social media engagement correlate with sleep
disturbances, including reduced sleep duration and poor sleep quality.

Specifically, this research seeks to answer the following questions:

1.What is the demographic information in terms of:

1.1 Age
1.2 Gender
1.3 Strand
2.What social media platforms do students frequently use?
2.1 Tiktok
2.2 Facebook
2.3 Instagram
2.4 Youtube
2.5 X (formerly Twitter)
3.Does social media use affect the sleep quality of grade 11 students in
cansojong national high school?
4. What can be recommended to improve the quality sleep of students?
4.1 Awareness Programs
SIGNIFICANCE OF THE STUDY

The findings of this study are expected to reveal insights into how poor sleep
quality, influenced by late-night social media use, can adversely affect academic
performance. Furthermore, by investigating the relationship between social media use
and sleep quality. This will provide insight on the situation of the grade 11 students in
Cansojong National High School, teachers, and students may be able to better
understand how social media use affects the sleep quality of the students.

Schools can help guide in developing assessment strategies that are more
effective and less stressful for students. By understanding the correlation between
social media use and sleep quality, schools can modify their academic policies to
promote better sleep hygiene among students.

Teachers can utilize the insights gained from this study to identify students who
may be particularly vulnerable to sleep disturbances due to high social media usage.
This understanding can help educators design targeted support programs and
interventions aimed at helping these students manage academic pressure effectively.

Students can gain awareness of how social media use can impact their sleep
quality and, consequently, their academic performance. By gaining this understanding,
students can be empowered to develop effective coping mechanisms and strategies for
managing both their social media habits and academic stress.

Parents will be aware of the correlation between social media usage and sleep
quality and empower parents to take proactive steps to support their children and
understand their children.

Other Researchers this study will provide important data and insights to the
current research on the link between social media use and sleep quality. Other
researchers can use these findings to look into more aspects of this relationship, such
as long-term effects, differences across various groups, or strategies to reduce the
negative impacts of poor sleep quality.

SCOPE AND DELIMITATION

This study focuses on the relationship between social media use and sleep
quality among grade 11 senior high school students in Cansojong National High School.
The research will include 70 participants from the 365 population students of grade 11.
Purposive sampling is used to select the participants, involving the selection of 10
students from each section. The study will be limited to Grade 11 students at Cansojong
National High School and will not include other grade levels or schools in the area. The
research will focus solely on the relationship between social media usage and sleep
quality, excluding other factors that may influence sleep, such as academic workload,
mental health conditions, or family dynamics.

DEFINITION OF TERMS

Academic Performance The level of achievement students attain in their

educational activities, often measured through grades or assessments, which can be
influenced by factors like sleep quality.

Excessive Social Media Use This is the extended or late-night engagement

with social media that interferes with normal activities, like resting, that may eventually
cause disturbed sleep patterns, among other ill effects.

Sleep Duration Total hours of sleep, which are quite fundamental to the physical
and mental well-being of an individual.
 Sleep Pattern the regular sleep cycle, which includes the time, length, and
quality of sleep and can be influenced by outside variables like social media use.

Sleep Quality encompasses various dimensions of sleep, including duration,

depth, and overall satisfaction with sleep. It used to determine the impact of social
media use on students' health.

Social Media Use refers to the engagement with digital platforms that facilitate
interaction, content sharing, and communication among users. It examines how different
patterns of engagement—such as frequency and timing—affect students' sleep quality.
 CHAPTER 2

REVIEW RELATED LITERATURE

Recent study has focused heavily on the impact of social media use on sleep
quality, particularly among teens and young adults. According to studies, excessive
social media use, particularly before bedtime, is associated with lower sleep quality and
a variety of health hazards. This review brings together findings from several studies to
emphasize the link between social media use and sleep quality.

A study found a weak positive correlation between bedtime social media use and
sleep quality among adolescents, indicating that increased usage is associated with
poorer sleep outcomes(Thounaojam et al., 2024).

Another research highlighted that social media addiction negatively impacts

sleep quality, with a significant inverse relationship established(Shahzad et al., 2024).
Sleep quality is essential for adolescents' physical health, cognitive function, and
emotional well-being. Research indicates that inadequate sleep can lead to various
health issues, including impaired academic performance and increased risk of mental
health disorders (Owens et al., 2014). Sleep quality includes not only the duration of
sleep but also its depth and overall satisfaction (Hirshkowitz et al., 2015). The
implications of poor sleep quality due to social media use extend beyond individual
health; they also affect educational outcomes. Schools can play a pivotal role in
promoting awareness about healthy social media habits and their impact on sleep.
Educators can develop programs aimed at improving students' understanding of the
importance of sleep hygiene (Dewald-Kaufmann et al., 2014).

Research has consistently demonstrated that excessive social media use, particularly
during nighttime hours, is correlated with poor sleep quality among adolescents. A study
by Woods and Scott (2016) found that adolescents who engage in social media
activities late at night report significantly poorer sleep quality and shorter sleep duration
compared to those who limit their usage. One contributing factor to poor sleep quality
linked to social media use is blue light exposure from screens. Hale and Guan (2015)
emphasize that the blue light emitted by devices can inhibit the production of melatonin,
a hormone essential for regulating sleep-wake cycles. This disruption can lead to
delayed sleep onset and reduced overall sleep duration.

RELATED STUDIES

This review looked at how social media affects teenagers' sleep length and
quality. It was highlighted that the pervasiveness of This longitudinal study investigated
the impact of social media use on teenage sleep quality and bedtime. It discovered that
higher frequency and problematic usage of social media were linked to later bedtimes
and lower sleep quality among secondary school students. The study also emphasized
the protective influence of parental guidelines limiting internet use before bedtime,
implying that such laws could offset some of the detrimental effects of social media on
sleep, particularly for less active users. However, these rules were less beneficial for
highly engaged users, implying the necessity for targeted interventions (PMC7907989).

This study investigated the relationship between social media use and sleep
quality among Iranian adolescents. According to the data, excessive social media use is
associated with poor sleep quality, increased day dysfunction, and depression. The
study found that students who reported higher average social media usage also had
more total sleep disruptions. The study stresses the significance of managing excessive
social media use in adolescents to enhance their sleep results (PMC8233562).

Social media causes many teens to use their gadgets late at night, contributing to
poor sleep hygiene. The review recommended awareness programs to educate both
teenagers and parents about the potential detrimental consequences of late-night social
media use on sleep (SHS Web of Conferences).
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RESEARCH DESIGN
This study will use a correlational research design to examine the relationship
between social media use and sleep quality among Grade 11 students at Cansojong
National High School.

RESEARCH INSTRUMENT
In order to collect relevant data, we will be conducting questionnaires to collect
data for the research study. In section l it will ask about their social media use , section
ll is about the sleep quality. These questionnaires will assess both social media usage
and sleep quality among grade 11 senior high school students in Cansojong National
high school. These instruments are designed to collect data on students' social media
and sleep quality,and they will be structured to allow for easy analysis of the correlation
between those two variables.

DATA GATHERING PROCEDURE

Data will be collected using printed questionnaires, before we begin our survey.
We will seek approval from the principal and after it the questionnaires are to be
distributed during break time to Grade 11 senior high students in Cansojong National
High School. They will be informed about the study’s purpose and assured of
confidentiality. The Completed questionnaires will be returned to the researchers for
compilation and analysis.
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