Gaming Disorder Research Articles

Интернет-игровое расстройство и неудовлетворенные психологические потребности: опосредующая роль самооценки, депрессии и эскапизма

<p>Internet gaming disorder (IGD) is a widespread mental health issue especially among youth but its etiology remains unclear. The aim of this study was to test an integrative path model in which basic universal psychological needs of competence, autonomy, and relatedness predict IGD through the serial mediation of self-esteem, depression, and escape motivation. Study design was cross-sectional. A total of 331 Turkish gamers whose mean age was 22.7 years (SD=4.73) were recruited through purposive sampling. Among the participants, 57.1% (n=189) were male and 42.9% (n=142) were female. Online standardized self-report questionnaires for measuring IGD, gaming motivations, basic psychological needs satisfaction, self-esteem, and depression were filled out by the participants. In this regard, a personal information form, the Internet Gaming Disorder Scale-Short Form, Motives for Online Gaming Questionnaire, Basic Psychological Need Satisfaction Scale-In General, Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale, and the Hospital Anxiety Depression Scale-Depression Subscale were administered. Men had higher mean IGD and gaming motivations scores compared to women. It was found that self-esteem, depression, and escapism serially mediated the association between basic psychological needs and IGD. The contribution of the findings to the relevant literature and clinical implications were discussed.</p>

Can’t Stop, Won’t Stop Online In-Game Purchase on Mobile Phone: The Role of Flow Experience and Gaming Addiction (2024)

This study investigates factors influencing compulsive in-game purchases among Indonesian internet users, particularly Generation Z, and their societal impacts. It explores competitive behavior and flow experience in online gaming addiction, compulsive in-game purchases, and the link between them. Using quota sampling, 206 participants completed tailored questionnaires assessing online game addiction, flow, compulsive buying, and competitiveness. Structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM) was employed to analyze relationships between these constructs, revealing significant links between gaming addiction, flow experiences, and compulsive online purchasing. Competitive gaming may moderate the relationship between flow experience and compulsive buying.

Online Gaming Disorder and Sports Betting Addiction: Convergences and Divergences

Online Gaming Disorder and Sports Betting Addiction: Convergences and Divergences

Family communication and bi‐dimensional student mental health in adolescents: A serial mediation through digital game addiction and school belongingness

AbstractThe presence of communication within the family can be considered as a protective factor in preventing the development of mental health problems in school by acting as a buffer against mental health problems in adolescents. Thus, this study, which was designed to reveal the potential mechanisms between family communication and bi‐dimensional student mental health (psychological well‐being/distress) in Turkish adolescents, examined the serial mediator role of digital game addiction and school belongingness. The study sample consists of a total of 397 volunteering Turkish adolescents, including 206 girls (51.9%) and 191 boys (48.1%). The participants' ages range from 14 to 17 (M = 14.63 years, SD = 0.60). In this study, a cross‐sectional and explanatory design based on structural equation modeling was used. The main findings of the study are as follows: (1) digital game addiction mediated the relationship between family communication and psychological well‐being/distress, (2) school belongingness mediated the relationship between family communication and psychological well‐being/distress, and (3) the relationship between family communication and psychological well‐being/distress was serially mediated by both digital game addiction and school belongingness.

COVID-19-Related Social Isolation, Self-Control, and Internet Gaming Disorder Among Chinese University Students: Cross-Sectional Survey.

Internet gaming disorder among university students has become a great concern for university counsellors worldwide since the COVID-19 pandemic. The factors influencing the development of internet gaming disorder in students during the COVID-19 pandemic could be different from those before the pandemic. This study aims to explore the associations among social isolation, self-control, and internet gaming disorder in Chinese university students and to examine whether self-control mediates the positive effects of social isolation on internet gaming disorder. A cross-sectional survey was employed to collect data from university students in Shandong province of China from April to September 2022. The Isolation subscale of the Self-Compassion Scale, Self-Control Scale, and Internet Gaming Disorder Scale were used to assess the social isolation, self-control, and internet gaming disorder among university students, respectively. Models 4 and 5 of PROCESS software were used to analyze the mediating role of self-control and the moderating role of gender on the association between social isolation and internet gaming disorder. A total of 479 students were recruited from 6 universities located in 3 different regions of Shandong, China. Students had low levels of internet gaming disorder and moderate levels of social isolation and self-control, with mean scores of 8.94 (SD 9.06), 12.04 (SD 3.53), and 57.15 (SD 8.44), respectively. Social isolation was positively correlated with internet gaming disorder (r=0.217; P<.001), and self-control was negatively correlated with social isolation (r=-0.355; P<.001) and internet gaming disorder (r=-0.260; P<.001). Self-control played a mediating role in the association between social isolation and internet gaming disorder (β=-.185, 95% CI -.295 to -.087). The effects of social isolation on internet gaming disorder among female students were lower than those among male students. Self-control was a mediator in the association between social isolation and internet gaming disorder. Moreover, gender played a moderating role in the association between social isolation and internet gaming disorder. This study highlights the need to alleviate the development of internet gaming disorder among students during a pandemic, especially that of male students. Effective interventions that lessen social isolation and promote self-control should be developed.

Comparative analysis of cortical anatomy inmale participants with internet gaming disorder or tobacco use disorder: Insights fromnormative modeling.

Research on individual differences in brain structural features of internet gaming disorder (IGD) and established addictions such as tobacco use disorder (TUD) is currently limited. This study utilized normative modeling to analyze the cortical thickness (CT) development patterns of male patients with IGD and TUD, aiming to provide further insights into whether IGD qualifies as an addiction. Surface-based brain morphometry (SBM) was used to calculate CT from T1-weighted magnetic resonance imaging data of 804 male participants (665 healthy individuals, 68 IGD and 71 TUD). Gaussian process regression was employed to generate normative models of CT development. Deviation maps were produced to depict deviations of IGD and TUD participants from the typical developmental patterns. Both addiction groups exhibited widespread cortical thinning, particularly in regions such as the bilateral temporal pole and medial orbitofrontal cortex. The TUD group demonstrated a higher degree of individualization and limited spatial overlap compared to the IGD group. Opposite trends in CT changes were observed between the two groups in the bilateral pericalcarine cortex and pars triangularis. These findings regarding the similarities and differences between IGD and TUD provide support for the idea that IGD shares common features with substance-related addictions and contribute to a deeper understanding of the neural mechanisms underlyingIGD.

Internet gaming disorder and cognitive failures in daily life among university students: the mediating role of sleep quality and the moderating role of mindfulness

Internet gaming disorder and cognitive failures in daily life among university students: the mediating role of sleep quality and the moderating role of mindfulness

Some for a Good Time, Some for a Long Time: Women’s Ratings of the Mate Value of Men with Different Addictions – An Experimental Study

Background: The present study aimed to explore women’s perception of men with different addictions in terms of their short- and long-term mate value. Objectives: 2,525 women (age range: 18–40, M = 28.35, SD = 6.39) were randomized to six conditions in a vignette-based experiment where a male of otherwise high mating value was described as suffering from either gambling, gaming, cannabis, anabolic androgenic steroid, and alcohol addiction or as not suffering from addiction (control). Results: Regarding long-term mate value of the target, the control target was rated higher than each of the targets. The gaming target was rated higher than the alcohol, cannabis, and gambling targets. Finally, the AAS target was rated as higher on long-term mate value than the alcohol and gambling addiction targets. Conclusions: Overall, women seem to perceive risk-taking in the face of uncertainty, reflected by gambling addiction, as an attractive behavioral tendency in men in terms of short-term mating. In contrast, potential long-term mates with gaming or chemical addictions are viewed more negatively, probably because it signals inadequate time and resources to be invested in a relationship.

Resting-state brain networks alterations in adolescents with Internet Gaming Disorder associate with cognitive control impairments.

Research indicates that cognitive control is compromised in individuals with internet gaming disorder (IGD). However, the neural mechanisms behind it are still unclear. This study aims to investigate alterations in resting-state brain networks in adolescents with IGD and the potential neurobiological mechanisms underlying cognitive dysfunction. A total of 44 adolescent IGD subjects (male/female: 38/6) and 50 healthy controls (male/female: 40/10) were enrolled. Participants underwent demographic assessments, Young's Internet Addiction Scale, Barratt Impulsiveness Scale 11 Chinese Revised Version, the Chinese Adolescents' Maladaptive Cognitions Scale, exploratory eye movement tests, and functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI). FMRI data were analyzed using the GIFT software for independent component analysis, focusing on functional connectivity within and between resting-state brain networks. In comparison to the control group, impulsivity in adolescent IGD subjects showed a positive correlation with the severity of IGD (r=0.6350, p < 0.001), linked to impairments in the Executive Control Network (ECN) and a decrease in functional connectivity between the Salience Network (SN) and ECN (r=0.4307, p=0.0021; r=-0.5147, p=0.0034). Decreased resting state activity of the dorsal attention network (DAN) was associated with attentional dysregulation of IGD in adolescents (r=0.4071, p=0.0017), and ECN increased functional connectivity with DAN. The degree of IGD was positively correlated with enhanced functional connectivity between the ECN and DAN (r=0.4283, p=0.0037). This research demonstrates that changes in the ECN and DAN correlate with heightened impulsivity and attentional deficits in adolescents with IGD. The interaction between cognitive control disorders and resting-state brain networks in adolescent IGD is related.

Physiological Regularity and Synchrony in Individuals with Gaming Disorder.

Individuals with gaming disorder (GD) show emotional dysregulation and autonomic dysfunction in daily life. Although studies have shown that the relaxation method of breathing exercise (BE) improves cardiopulmonary synchrony, the physiological regularity and synchrony of GD remain unclear. In this study, we investigated the regularities of pulse wave (PW), thoracic wall movement (TWM), and abdominal wall movement (AWM) using sample entropy (SE) and assessed the vascular-respiratory and TWM-AWM synchrony using cross-sample entropy (CSE). Twenty individuals with GD and 26 healthy control (HC) individuals participated in baseline, gaming, and recovery stages, both before and after BEs. The results showed that both groups had significantly higher SETWM, SEAWM, and CSETWM-AWM during gaming than baseline. Before BE, CSEPW-TWM and CSEPW-AWM during gaming were considerably higher in the GD group than in the HC group. Compared to before BE, both groups had decreased SETWM and CSETWM-AWM during gaming, particularly in the HC group. Online gaming may induce pulse wave and respiratory irregularities, as well as thoracic-abdominal wall movement asynchrony. Individuals with GD who engage in prolonged gaming periods may exhibit lower vascular-respiratory synchrony compared to the HC group. SETWM, SEAWM, CSETWM-AWM, CSEPW-TWM, and CSEPW-AWM may serve as biomarkers for assessing the risk of GD. BE may improve TWM regularity and vascular-respiratory synchrony during gaming, potentially alleviating addictive behavior.

Компьютерно-игровая зависимость у студентов

&lt;p&gt;The article addresses the pressing issue of computer gaming addiction in the modern information society. It examines the extent of gambling addiction among students, including identifying the frequency and duration of gaming activity, as well as the manifestation of aggressiveness and depression associated with gambling addiction. The author's &amp;ldquo;Computer Gaming Addiction&amp;rdquo; questionnaire, which includes scales of addiction, aggressiveness, and depression, was used as empirical research method. Statistics method: &amp;phi;* Fisher criterion. The study involved 1st-4th year students of the East Kazakhstan University named after Sarsen Amanzholov, aged 17 to 35 years. A total of 198 people participated, of which 77% were female. The study provides evidence of a connection between computer gaming addiction and aggression, indicating more pronounced aggressiveness among individuals with high levels of gaming addiction. The results suggest that the male sample is more susceptible to gambling addiction, and the associated aggressiveness can manifest in real life.&lt;/p&gt;

Study of Gaming Disorder and Its Association with Depressive Disorder and Anxiety among Medical Students in India

Abstract Context: Internet gaming disorder (IGD) was included in the 5th edition of The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5). Addiction to Internet gaming is prevalent among Indian medical students. This study aims to measure the severity and pattern of gaming behavior along with the impact and association of IGD on different psychological conditions such as depression and anxiety. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted through an online survey among 845 medical students at a tertiary care teaching hospital in India. The Internet GD Scale-Short Form (IGDS9-SF) was used to assess the intensity of gaming disorders, while patient health questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9) and generalized anxiety disorder assessment (GAD-7) were used to assess the severity of depression and anxiety, respectively. Results: A total of 194 students were identified as current gamers, out of which 36 had gaming disorders based on DSM-5 diagnostic criteria for IGD from the current study sample. Multiple regression was calculated for the following age (B = 0.85, P = 0.002), weight (B = 0.07, P = 0.02), average time spent on gaming/day in hours (B = 1.01, P &lt; 0.0001), PHQ-9 scores (B = 0.35, P ≤ 0.0001), GAD-7 scores (B = −0.24, P = 0.01) - Model R 2 = 0.35, F = 19.41, P &lt; 0.0001. Conclusions: Potentially problematic gaming was found to be associated with psychological symptoms, negative affectivity, and a preference for solitude. There is a need for other studies that can help in creating awareness about the prevalence of gaming disorders in medical students.

Exploring the association between online gaming addiction and academic performance among the school-going adolescents in Bangladesh: A cross-sectional study.

The pervasive nature of online gaming, notably accentuated during the COVID-19 pandemic, has spurred concerns regarding gaming addiction among children. This study explores the intricate ramifications of online gaming addiction on the academic performance and social dynamics of children in Bangladesh. Our primary objective is to gauge the extent of online gaming addiction and unravel its profound effects on academic performance. Conducting a nationwide survey from January 1, 2023, to June 30, 2023, we analyzed 502 responses from participants aged 6-17 years. The survey encompassed sociodemographic details, gaming addiction assessment, and academic performance following a simple random sampling method. We analyzed participant demographics utilizing descriptive statistics, chi-square tests, and logistic regression. Key findings revealed a majority within the 13-17 age bracket (75.50%), predominantly male (58.57%), and enrolled in secondary education (83.27%). A robust inverse relationship showed that nonaddicted students towards online gaming had higher academic performance. Therefore, it is important to implement targeted strategies to address online gaming addiction among Bangladeshi children. Recommending early intervention, academic initiatives, and holistic therapy, we advocate for collaboration among educational institutions, mental health professionals, parents, and policymakers. All of these initiatives are essential to navigate the evolving challenges presented by gaming addiction. Furthermore, our call for ongoing research seeks to deepen our understanding of enduring consequences on academic and social dimensions, fostering a digitally supportive environment conducive to the holistic well-being of children.

Pattern and correlates of Internet gaming disorder among medical students – A cross-sectional study from a tertiary care health institute, Rajasthan

Pattern and correlates of Internet gaming disorder among medical students – A cross-sectional study from a tertiary care health institute, Rajasthan

Hubungan Kecanduan Game Online dengan Motivasi Belajar Siswa Kelas XI SMK Negeri 3 Mukomuko

This This research aims to determine the relationship between online game addiction and the learning motivation of class XI students at SMK Negeri 3 Mukomuko. The method used in this research is descriptive quantitative correlational. The population in this study was 127 people. The sampling technique used was stratified random sampling, resulting in a total sample of 96 people. Based on the instrument used in data collection in this research, it is a questionnaire prepared according to the Likert scale model. Data analysis was carried out using SPSS and Microsoft Excel. Based on the research results, the rcount value is 0.837 &gt; rtable 0.198, it can be concluded that there is a significant connection between online game addiction and the learning motivation of class XI students at SMK Negeri 3 Mukomuko.

Adicción a los videojuegos, calidad de sueño y malestar psicológico en adolescentes y jóvenes adultos

The present research took levels of video game addiction and tested a model of structural structures to determine whether videogame addiction predicted sleep quality and psychological distress. A sample of 612 young male adults was constituted, with a mean age of 21 years (SD = 2.95) of residents of Greater Buenos Aires and 40% in the Federal Capital. They answered a demographic questionnaire, the GASA questionnaire, a sleep questionnaire and the DASS-21 that measures anxiety, depression, and stress. The results indicated high levels of video game addiction and that age introduced differences. The structural model presented a good fit and addiction predicted greater sleep difficulties and less psychological well-being. The discussion will review the implications of this research and provide suggestions for future research.

Online Gaming Addiction: Effects on Students Learning and Academic Achievement

Online Gaming Addiction: Effects on Students Learning and Academic Achievement

ASSOCIATION OF INTERNET GAMING ADDICTION WITH INDICATORS OF DEPRESSION ON THE HADS SCALE AMONG MEDICAL UNIVERSITY STUDENTS

In recent years advances in gaming technology and a significant increase in Internet connection speeds have made online games more attractive and accessible. According to the available literature, excessive involvement in this type of Internet content can lead to stress, depression, anxiety, personal problems and a significant risk of suicidal behavior. Numerous studies have reported high rates of depression among medical students worldwide, highlighting the need for a deeper understanding of the factors contributing to its formation. Purpose. To establish relationships between indicators of depression, determined by the HADS questionnaire, and Internet gaming addiction among students studying at a medical university. Materials and methods. The survey involved 244 boys and girls studying in the 3rd year of medical university. The presence of Internet gaming addiction, as well as the identification of depressive disorders with an assessment of the degree of their severity, was established using the Russian-language versions of the Game Addiction Scale for Adolescents (GASA) and The Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS) questionnaires. Results. According to the data obtained, the presence of Internet gaming addiction was identified in 7,4% of the examined students. Among the surveyed male students, this type of Internet addictive behavior was more common (10,6%) compared to female students (6,2%). Indicators of depression of varying severity, determined by the HADS questionnaire, were identified in 16,0% of the examined students. Moreover, among female students the frequency of identified depression was higher (17,4%) compared to male students (12,1%). It was found that more than half of students with depressive disorders (55,6%) suffered from Internet gaming addiction. It was noted that the number of patients with depressive disorders in combination with this type of Internet addictive behavior was higher in comparison with persons without Internet gaming addiction, both among male students (57,1% vs 42,9%), and among girls (54,5% vs 45,5%), respectively. Conclusion. Relationships have been established between indicators of depression, determined by the HADS questionnaire, and Internet gaming addiction among students studying at a medical university.

The Relationship between video game addiction and bladder/bowel dysfunction in children

Video games have a strong influence on children and adolescents. Video game addiction has negative effects on children's health. To determine the relationship between video game addiction and bladder/bowel dysfunction in children. Three hundred sixty-three children and their mothers who met the inclusion criteria constituted the sample of this correlational study. The data were collected using a descriptive information form, the Video Game Addiction Scale for Children, and the Childhood Bladder and Bowel Dysfunction Questionnaire. We found that 72.5% of the children were nine years old and 27.5% were ten years old; 50.4% were males and 49.6% were female. While 4.7% of the children who participated in the study were underweight, 19.6% were overweight, and 17.9% were obese. The mean Video Game Addiction Scale for Children score was 50.77 ± 16.17, whereas the mean Childhood Bladder and Bowel Dysfunction Questionnaire score was 29.98 ± 8.90. The ratio of children with a mean Video Game Addiction Scale for Children scores equal to or greater than 90 was 0.8% (n = 3). We found that 3.6% (n = 13) of the children had urinary/fecal incontinence while playing video games. There was a weak positive relationship between the dimensions of the Video Game Addiction Scale for Children scores, the Childhood Bladder and Bowel Dysfunction Questionnaire scores, and children's bladder and bowel function (r = 0.220; p ˂ 0.05). There is a correlation between children's video game addiction level and their bladder and bowel dysfunction grade. Higher video game addiction levels correspond to higher bladder and bowel dysfunction.

Gaming Disorders: Navigating the Fine Line between Entertainment and Addiction-Gaming History, Health Risks, Social Consequences, and Pathways to Prevention.

The number of people immersed in excessive gaming has increased in this age of rapid digitalization. The World Health Organization and American Psychiatric Association Organization recognize a gaming disorder as a condition that results in significant problems in daily life as a result of excessive gaming. Both organizations emphasize the similarities to behavioral addictions such as gambling. We examined the appropriate usage of video games from the perspectives of health and management in this study. For the general population, video games provide positive impacts such as stress alleviation and memory improvement. Game playing leads to a loss of time and money for the individual. It also has a negative impact on the individual's family and social life, evolving into a social problem. Gaming addiction is often accompanied by psychological disorders and other addictions, and long-term medical treatment, including approaches to the individual's psychological background and cognitive-behavioral therapy, is necessary. Therefore, the prevention of gaming disorder is essential. From a societal standpoint, action is required in three contexts: the government, game developers, and within the household as a whole. Simultaneously, the public needs to understand the positive potential of gaming, such as e-sports.