Internet Gaming Disorder and Competitiveness: A Cross-Sectional Study
Journal Title: UNKNOWN - Year 2023, Vol 4, Issue 4
Abstract
Internet Gaming Disorder (IGD) and Competitiveness are growing challenges for adolescents. This cross-sectional study examines IGD and Competitiveness in adolescent boys (N = 220) and girls (N = 135) who play online games via a convenient sampling technique. The study also examines weekly game time. The results show that adolescent boys and girls differ in IGD and competitiveness scores with the evidence of the significance of the main effect for the assessment of IGD with F (1,353) = [9.569], p = .002 and Competitiveness with F (1,353) = [4.562], p = .033 respectively. Additionally, excessive internet gaming can increase IGD and competition in both male and female adolescents. It suggests that gaming for more than 20 hours per week may increase IGD symptoms and encourage Competitiveness in adolescents. The findings emphasize the importance of monitoring and regulating adolescents' gaming behaviours, especially excessive gaming. Parents, educators, and healthcare professionals can help identify adolescents at risk of IGD and provide appropriate support and therapies. Promoting appropriate gaming habits and preventing the detrimental effects of excessive gaming in adolescents is crucial.
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Ambreen Fatima Farhana Ambreen Rizwana Amin
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