Exploratory Study of Consumer Behavior and Disposal of Digital Technologies by Youngsters

Authors

  • Eduardo Chierrito de Arruda Programas de Pós-Graduação em Tecnologias Limpas e Promoção da Saúde, Centro Universitário de Maringá
  • Wellington Francisco Bescorovaine Programas de Pós-Graduação em Tecnologias Limpas e Promoção da Saúde, Centro Universitário de Maringá
  • Ana Luisa Martins Rosa Programas de Pós-Graduação em Tecnologias Limpas e Promoção da Saúde, Centro Universitário de Maringá
  • Ana Beatriz Tozzo Martins Universidade Estadual de Maringá (UEM)
  • Rute Grossi Milani Programas de Pós-Graduação em Tecnologias Limpas e Promoção da Saúde, Centro Universitário de Maringá

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.5380/dma.v38i0.44619

Keywords:

environment, students, information technology, waste, environmental

Abstract

This study sought to analyze the profile of consumption and post-consumption of digital technologies by young people. Four hundred and four young people participated in the survey, aged between 15 and 24 years. A structured questionnaire about their motivations to use of technologies was applied, as well as for the reasons for exchanging them and types of disposal. Statistical analysis performed using logistic regression showed that the males have 51% more chances to exchange the computer due to outdated technology than the female. In addition, the females have 2.44 more chances to exchange technology telephony by beauty. For disposal, the youngsters have a tendency to store, highlighting the affective value attributed to technology, although disposal in regular trash is still a usual practice. It was concluded that there is the need for young people to build a critical position before the call to consumption, as well as environmental education, aiming ecological awareness.

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Published

2016-08-31

How to Cite

de Arruda, E. C., Bescorovaine, W. F., Martins Rosa, A. L., Tozzo Martins, A. B., & Milani, R. G. (2016). Exploratory Study of Consumer Behavior and Disposal of Digital Technologies by Youngsters. Desenvolvimento E Meio Ambiente, 38. https://doi.org/10.5380/dma.v38i0.44619

Issue

Vol. 38 (2016)

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