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Development and validation of the Maternal Distraction Questionnaire

Year: 2020

Type: article

Abstract: This paper describes the development of a self-report measure of mothers' engagement in technological activities during mother-infant interactions. In Study 1, mothers ( n = 332; infants: 3.8 ± 1.4 months) completed the Maternal Distraction Questionnaire (MDQ) and related questionnaires. Factor analysis revealed two distinct subscales representing engagement with technological distractors and perceived distraction. Subscales correlated with relevant measures of feeding styles, attachment, and infant eating behaviors and temperament. In Study 2, mothers ( n = 24; infants: 3.8 ± 1.8 months) completed the MDQ and kept feeding activity diaries. Significant correlations between MDQ subscales and diary data were noted. In sum, the MDQ is a valid measure of maternal engagement with technological activities during mother-infant interactions.

Source: Heliyon

DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2020.e03276

Authors: Alison K. Ventura, Megan Hupp, Shawnee Alvarez Gutierrez, Rebeca Almeida

Institution: California Polytechnic State University

Language: English

Topic: Child Development and Digital Technology

Subfield: Education

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,750