Procedures

Procedures

Data Collection

The 16-question Google Forms survey consisted of open-ended and closed-ended questions. The closed-ended questions were answered in a multiple-choice format with participants choosing options that best applied to their lifestyle. The open-ended questions provided context to the quantitative data obtained by adding more detail to why participants chose certain hobbies and how it made them feel. The study was available for MacEwan students to fill out through an emailed link.

Data Analysis

The data obtained were divided into three main categories: demographic, lifestyle, and mental health. Demographic information provided more context about the participants themselves, including their age, course load, and program. Lifestyle data described what kind of life participants led, including what hobbies they enjoyed and what their sleep habits were. Finally, mental health questions asked how students viewed their mental health, what they were stressed about, and how their hobbies impacted them. The demographic information likely influenced the participant’s lifestyle which also impacted their mental health. The analysis process involved reviewing the information collected and providing conclusions based on the trends observed in the research.