Use Of Online Games Research Articles

Pathways from School Belonging to Problematic Online Game Use among Chinese Adolescents: The Mediating Roles of Emotional Symptoms and the Moderating Role of Physical Exercise

Problematic online game use (POGU) causes various negative effects on adolescent development. Thus, it is necessary to explore the influential factors and mechanisms of adolescent POGU. The present study examined the relationship between school belonging and adolescent POGU and its mechanisms. A sample of 958 secondary vocational school students completed self-reported measures of school belonging, emotional symptoms, physical exercise, and POGU. The results showed that school belonging negatively predicted emotional symptoms (including depression, anxiety, and stress), which in turn positively predicted adolescent POGU. Besides, the moderating role of physical exercise in the relationship between school belonging and depression was significant, and the moderating role of physical exercise in the relationship between school belonging and anxiety was marginal but significant. The magnitudes of the above relationships were smaller as physical exercise increased. Results provide suggestions to reduce adolescent POGU by enhancing school belonging and decreasing emotional symptoms.

The longitudinal relationships between problematic mobile phone use symptoms and negative emotions: a cross-lagged panel network analysis

BackgroundThe association between problematic mobile phone use (PMPU) and negative emotions in university students is not well understood in terms of causality and directionality. This study aims to clarify whether negative emotions trigger PMPU or whether the PMPU itself leads to increased negative emotions over time. MethodsA two-wave longitudinal study was conducted involving 5568 Chinese freshmen who were surveyed at baseline and followed up after one academic year. PMPU, social media use, online game use, fear of missing out, loneliness, social anxiety, and academic burnout were measured. Cross-sectional and longitudinal connections between these variables were examined using network analysis techniques. ResultsThe variable with the strongest influence in both contemporaneous networks was “Productivity loss” of MAPI. Moreover, “Academic burnout” at baseline significantly predicted higher levels of problematic smartphone use and negative emotions at follow-up, suggesting that it may serve as a catalyst for addictive tendencies. Furthermore, we observed bidirectional relationships between “Escapism” and “Social anxiety”, as well as between “Social anxiety” and “Inability to control craving”, suggesting a potential self-perpetuating cycle. ConclusionThese findings highlight the role of academic burnout in initiating cycles of PMPU and negative emotions. In order to effectively tackle PMPU, it is crucial to consider the underlying drivers such as academic burnout and emotional states. This is important due to the complex and reciprocal associations uncovered through our longitudinal network analysis.

Preliminary study of the use of online games Between university students with and without disabilities

Preliminary study of the use of online games Between university students with and without disabilities

Экспериментальное исследование рабочей памяти и внимания подростков с разной степенью вовлеченности в виртуальную деятельность в период пандемии КОВИД-19

<p>The study of working memory and attention of adolescents aged 16-17 years was conducted during the COVID-19 pandemic, which caused additional stress due to forced isolation and reduced social contacts. The decrease in opportunities to communicate with peers was reflected in increased communication on social networks and the use of online games on the Internet, which fully corresponds to the information known in the literature. The study of working memory and attention was conducted in a group of high school students (43 people), with satisfactory and good academic performance, who had previously participated in a questionnaire to assess the characteristics of behavior in an Intern. Cognitive processes were evaluated in a computer program simulating gaming activity using a dynamic digital matrix. Students had to quickly search for numbers of different sizes located in cells, the color of which changed after each search action. The program recorded two types of errors due to choosing the wrong number when forgetting the previous choice and due to choosing the wrong number in a cell with a reduced quality of conscious attention, as well as the reaction time to the correct choice, the time of erroneous actions and the total time of the test. The task turned out to be very difficult for teenagers, as not everyone successfully coped with it the first time. The average group search time for digits is 10 seconds with the number of errors in the search equal to 50, that is, exceeding the number of changes in the matrix. Factor analysis allowed us to establish a high negative correlation of the poor quality of the task in the dynamic matrix with the time spent daily with gadgets in a virtual environment. Closer links between digital leisure time and the number of errors were found for the characteristics of working memory than for arbitrary attention.</p>

The Social Processes of Excessive Online Gaming Homophily: Peer Selection or Influence?

Adolescents who befriend online game using peers may be at risk for initiated and continued excessive game use (online gaming use homophily). The present article examined how adolescents' severity of online gaming use related to their friends' online gaming behavior bi-directionally across a semester (peer selection or peer influence effect). Students from two universities completed three waves of online surveys within four and a half months (N = 3079; 33.6% female; Mage = 19.16; SD = 0.97). Random-intercepts, Cross-Lagged Panel Model (RI-CLPM) analyses revealed that peer selection and peer influence both promote online gaming use homophily in adolescents' friendship groups. Furthermore, participants were more likely to form new friendships with peers exhibiting similar online gaming behavior as their behavior, subsequently reinforcing their online gaming use behaviors within these relationships. These social processes may exhibit a time lag among girls, which needs to be confirmed through longer-term follow-up. In general, findings suggest that effective prevention programs targeting excessive online gaming should not only focus on promoting social influence skills but also consider the structure of peer environments.

Technology at the Rescue? Online Games, Adolescent Mental Health and the COVID Pandemic.

The COVID pandemic has had a major impact on the mental health of the population, especially on female adolescents. Eating disorders and gender identity problems have increased markedly. Online activities have also grown enormously during this period occupying a large portion of adolescents' time. We explore the use of social networking and online gaming by adolescent girls and boys. We discuss their possible influence on different levels of psychological distress in boys and girls in the face of the pandemic. We propose that online games, mainly used by young boys, might offer them some emotional protection through mechanisms related to the body and its experience, to the group dynamics of competition, collaboration, and hierarchy, to the possibility of expressing aggression, and to the construction of a clearer and more stable identity. An unprejudiced look at new technologies is mandatory, if we are to avoid projecting our fears and expectations onto them.

The Impact of Online Game Users on Student Learning Achievement

The use of online games has become a significant phenomenon among students, with the potential to impact their academic performance. This research investigates the impact of online game usage on students' academic achievement, focusing on two main aspects: motivation and concentration in learning, as well as cognitive abilities. The discussion outlines key findings from related literature, highlighting both the positive and negative effects of online game usage in educational contexts. Furthermore, the discussion explores effective strategies for integrating online games into learning to enhance students' academic performance. By considering these aspects, this study provides valuable insights for educators, researchers, and stakeholders in the education sector to understand the role of online games in improving students' academic achievement.

Online Games and English as a Foreign Language Vocabulary Learning Among Eighth-Grade Students

The limited vocabulary knowledge of eighth-grade students from a public institution in Loja inhibits the proper development of English skills. The present research aimed to increase vocabulary knowledge through the implementation of online games among eighth-grade students between 12 and 13 years old at a public institution in Loja, Ecuador. The investigation employed a mixed method following a practical action research model through five stages; initial reflection, planning, action, observation, and reflection, with the participation of 25 Ecuadorian eighth graders chosen by purposeful sampling. Pre- and post-tests, questionnaires, reflective journals, and peer observations collected both quantitative and qualitative data. The pretest and posttest measured students’ knowledge about their vocabulary, whereas the other instruments attempted to describe students’ perceptions regarding the use of online games to learn vocabulary. Quantitative information was analyzed through descriptive statistics and qualitative information through a thematic analysis. The results showed a difference of 3.07 points between the pretest and posttest, which denoted a significant increase in the knowledge of various aspects of vocabulary such as form, meaning, and use. Moreover, eighth graders perceived the online games; Educandy, Genially, Vocabulary Spelling City, Wordwall, and especially Blooket, as innovative and fun educational resources that increased their motivation and active participation while acquiring new vocabulary. Hence, it was concluded that online games were effective in improving vocabulary because they created a dynamic educational environment. This study contributes to the educational field by highlighting new digital tools to improve English language proficiency.

THE DYNAMICS OF PARENT-CHILD RELATIONSHIP WITH ONLINE GAME ADDICTS

Online gaming addiction refers to behaviors that involve excessive use of online games that cause emotional or social problems. This research aims to find out how the description of addiction, the dynamics of parent-child relationship with online game addicts contained in the subchapters of the respondent's background, description of addiction and supporting addiction theories, description of parent and child relationships that are specialized in discussions related to: parenting, attachment style. This research uses a qualitative approach. The participants of this research include online game addicts domiciled in Bukittinggi City, West Sumatra, totaling 2 people and collection through semi-structured interviews with research subjects and the closest people related to the research subject. The data obtained shows the results that Subjects 1 and 2 can be classified into the category of online game addiction. Subject 1's parents applied a parenting style that fell into the permissive category with a preoccupied attachment style. The theory underlying Subject 1's addictive behavior is Freud's psychoanalytic theory, in which id is more dominant. Subject 2's parents apply parenting that falls into the neglectful category with a dismissing attachment style. The underlying theory of Subject 2's addictive behavior is classical theory in which addiction arises due to repeated use. Suggestions can be made for future research to expand the scope of similar discussions by examining various other factors that can influence online game addiction. Some factors that could be explored involve life satisfaction, loneliness, self-esteem, social skills, self-control, and interpersonal relationships.

Dampak Kecanduan Game Online terhadap Kesehatan

Online game addiction is a major concern for society today. Even though there is a lot of research devoted to efforts to reduce the level of online game addiction, the lack of research discussing the prevention of online game addiction is still an issue. The aim of this activity is to explore various options for preventing online game addiction, especially among teenagers as a group that is vulnerable to this problem. Teenagers, as the age group that faces the most obstacles related to the use of online games, require special attention. Preventing online game addiction in teenagers is essential considering its impact covering health, psychological, academic, social and financial aspects in their lives. The importance of this service activity is to prevent the bad effects of online game addiction which can disrupt teenagers' lives. The hope is that this activity can make a significant contribution to efforts to prevent online gaming addiction, while supporting future research to explore broader prevention alternatives.

Prevention of Online Game Addiction Through Increasing Self-Control

Excessive use of online games can result in negative impacts, such as an increased risk of addiction. Therefore, the purpose of psychoeducational activities is to provide understanding to junior high school students about the importance of improving self-control in using online games. Psychoeducational activities began with observation, interviews, pre-tests, and post-tests, as well as the delivery of material on self-control and online game addiction. In its implementation, it was found that as many as 20 students fell into the category of severe online game addiction, while 14 students fell into the low category. The results of psychoeducational activities showed an increase in students' understanding of self-control and online game addiction after receiving counseling. Psychoeducation helps students understand the risks of online game addiction and the importance of improving self-control in their use. Through this understanding, it is hoped that students can be wiser in managing the time and frequency of playing online games, and prevent addiction. Thus, psychoeducational activities have an important role in helping students develop awareness of the negative impact of excessive use of online games as well as increase their self-control in this regard.

Hubungan Penggunaan Game Online Dengan Perilaku Agresif Verbal Pada Remaja Di Desa Bumisari Kecamatan Bojongsari Kabupaten Purbalingga

Today's youth cannot be separated from gadgets. Gadgets are not only used as a communication tool, but tend to be used to carry out online activities, one of which is online games. The environment of the game is based on violent plot activity, aggression and even gender intimidation. Aggressive actions taken by children as a result of playing games can appear because they lack or even do not care about real life. The study aims to determine the relationship between the use of online games and aggressive verbal behavior in adolescents in Bumisari Village, Bojongsari District, Purbalingga Regency. The sampling technique with a total sampling of 89 teenagers. Data collection was carried out using a questionnaire on the use of online games and aggressive behavior. The results showed that there was a relationship between the use of online games and verbal aggressive behavior in adolescents in Bumisari Village, Bojongsari District, Purbalingga Regency. The results of the correlation test using the Spearman Rho test showed a value of p = 0.001 or p = ≤ 0.05. The correlation value (r) was obtained r = 0.349 which indicates a moderate (moderate) correlation strength between the use of online games and verbal aggressive behavior. The correlation value of r = 0.349 shows a positive relationship, which means that the higher the intensity of using online games, the higher the aggressive verbal behavior will be. The conclusion is that online games are related to verbal aggressive behavior in adolescents

Embarking on the Quest: Exploring Online Gaming's Integration in Higher Education through Bibliometric and Content Analysis

The use of Online Games (OGs) in education has sparked significant interest in recent years. Despite the proliferation of various applications and approaches, the precise role of OGs in higher education remains uncertain. Therefore, this study aims to provide an overview of the integration of Online Games (OGs) in higher education. This study considered the broad perspective of OGs' use, not limiting the application to teaching strategies, to fully understand the variety of implementations. Using bibliometric analysis and coding, we processed journal articles and conference papers from the Scopus database, resulting in a sample of 109 documents. Four dimensions were found, with studies currently focused on: types of content and learning goals (89.9%), students’ behavior towards the use of OGs in higher education (57.79%), OG software and applications (53.21%), and teachers’ behavior toward the use of OGs in higher education (5.5%). Within these dimensions, we identified a total of 16 distinct elements as subtopics for further discussion and research opportunities. Notably, there is a lack of context-specific studies, both in terms of geographical region and disciplinary focus, indicating a pressing need for empirical investigations tailored to diverse educational contexts.

Association between social media use and internet addiction among nursing and health technology students: Case study at the Higher Institute of Nursing and Health Technology of Oujda (ISPITSO)

Nowadays, the use of the Internet and social networks has become a widespread practice, seen as a means of meeting various needs necessary for adolescent development. However, excessive use can lead to serious problems such as Problematic Internet Use (PIU), which can adversely affect academic performance. To determine the association between the level of PIU among students at the Higher Institutes of Nursing Professions and Health Techniques of Oujda (HINPHTO) in Morocco and the average duration of internet use, number of social networks, and use of online games, a cross-sectional and analytical study was conducted among 558 students enrolled in the Bachelor’s degree course at the same institution. Data were collected using a self-administered questionnaire consisting of two parts: the first part focused on data regarding social media use, and the second included Young’s (1998) cyber addiction test. The average duration of Internet use was 5 hours and 21 minutes per day (SD=3 hours and 25 minutes). The level of internet addiction is significantly associated with the number of hours spent on the Internet, as well as the number of social networks and online games among nursing and health technology students. These results can serve as a basis for implementing preventive measures to protect nursing students from the potentially harmful effects of excessive Internet use, social networking, and online gaming.

Personality Traits and Psychiatric Comorbidities in Individuals with Internet Use Disorder - A Cross-sectional Study

Abstract Aim: The aim is to evaluate the association of personality traits, online activities, and psychiatric comorbidities with the Internet use disorder. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted on 481 professional college students (18–25 years) pursuing graduation. Participants responded to an online questionnaire consisting of Young’s Internet addiction test, Internet Gaming Disorder scale-short form, Big Five inventory and behavioral inhibition system/behavioral activation system scales (BIS/BAS) scales, and subsequent in-clinic evaluation using MINI 7.0.2 questionnaire. Results: Of 481 college students, 175 (36.38%) had Internet use disorder. Of these, 115 were found to have mild, 57 moderate, and 3 severe Internet use disorders with a mean age of 20.85 ± 1.84 years and sex ratio of M:F: 0.9:1. The prevalence of Internet gaming disorder was found to be 0.42%. On multivariate logistic regression, use of chat rooms (odds ratio [OR] - 1.24), instant messaging (OR - 1.33), Internet gaming (OR - 1.25), and recreational surfing (OR - 1.25) were independent predictors for Internet use disorder. Among the personality traits, on multivariate logistic regression, neuroticism (OR - 1.06) and openness to experience (OR - 1.09) were positive predictors for the presence of Internet use disorder and moderate–severe Internet use, while conscientiousness (OR - 0.87) was negative predictor. 19.4% (34/175) of students had psychiatric comorbidities (1 comorbidity – 21 students, >1 comorbidities – 13 students); the most common being major depression (alone or in combination). Conclusions: In this study, neuroticism and openness to experience were found to be predictors of Internet use disorder as well as moderate–severe Internet use. In addition, the use of chat rooms, instant messaging, online gaming, and recreational surfing was associated with higher Internet use disorder. A large proportion of psychiatric comorbidities with Internet use disorder were found.

LITERATUR REVIEW: PENGGUNAAN GAME ONLINE SEBAGAI STRATEGI KOPING DESTRUKTIF DI MASA PANDEMI COVID-19

As the internet age is growing rapidly, one of the benefits of the development of the internet is for entertainment facilities, for example to play online games. Online games are an audio and visual based game that is played over the internet network. Objective : To find out if the use of online games during the COVID-19 Pandemic is a destructive coping state. Methods : The source of the article used is through a database search google scholar, science direct and elsiver. Article searches are restricted from 2016 to 2021. The keywords used in the article searches are "online gaming", "internet gaming addiction" and "COVID-19 pandemic". This Literature Review uses 15 articles that fit the inclusion criteria. Results: Online gaming or online games from reviewed research greatly have a negative impact on online gaming users, because not always online games are useful and pose a lot of risks. Conclusion: The use of online games during the COVID-19 pandemic is a destructive coping strategy because the use of online games is not always beneficial and can pose many risks that negatively impact excessive gaming such as endangering mental health, sleep patterns, or physical health

Role of Bupropion in the Management of Internet Gaming Disorder: A Systematic Review

This systematic review aims to summarize the role of bupropion in the management of internet gaming disorder (IGD) patients. Five electronic databases were searched without date restrictions until September 10, 2021. Four studies with a moderate risk of bias were included. Compared to escitalopram, bupropion showed better improvement in reducing addictive use of online gaming and IGD severity (low certainty). Compared with placebo or no treatment, bupropion was better in reducing addictive use of online gaming, IGD severity, and the total time of online game playing (low to moderate certainty). The combination of bupropion with cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) was superior to bupropion alone in reducing the addictive use of online gaming and the total time of online game playing (low certainty). Bupropion may be effective in improving IGD symptoms. However, there is an evident need for more extensive randomized controlled trials (RCTs) with better methodology and longer follow-up before more conclusions can be drawn.

Factors contributing to online game addiction in adolescents: a systematic review

The excessive use of online games can disturb the psychological, physiological, and behavioral balance of adolescents. This study aimed to identify the factors contributing to online game addiction. On databases like Scopus (20 articles), ProQuest (113 articles), SAGE (214 articles), and Springer (596 articles), published within the last five years, a systematic review was carried out using the population, intervention, comparison, outcome, study design (PICOS) framework. The articles that were chosen employed empirical quantitative, qualitative, or mixed-methods research on young people who were addicted to online games and were published between 2018 and 2023. The review's inclusion criteria were met by 25 papers. Factors can increase the risk of adolescents experiencing online game addiction, including adolescent factors consisting of, adolescent life satisfaction, and duration of smartphone use, parenting and communication, parental support, and parental income, friendship relationships and the school environment. These findings are expected to serve as the foundation for parents and teenagers to identify the cause of problems in order to reduce harmful consequences. Nurses are expected to be able to identify elements that contribute to adolescent online game addiction and devise interventions to assist adolescents in liberating themselves.

The Effectiveness of Online Games on the Learning Mindset of Class 5 Primary Children MIS Nurul Hidayah

The variety and convenience offered in these games means they can stay in front of the computer for a long time and their level of use is increasing. This increase in intensive playing and use of online games has given rise to various problems which are known among psychologists as online game addiction. Online games can make players forget time. This happens because the average player is too addicted, and many online game players use the act of playing games as a way to overcome boredom. This research explains the influence of online games on the learning mindset of 5th grade elementary school students, at MIS Nurul Hidayah Jln, Bukit Ngalau, Batu Gadang sub-district, Lubuk Gillian sub-district, Padang city. This research uses survey research methods, where research can find out whether there is an influence online game activities on learning patterns or students. The data collection technique used is to randomly give surveys to people who meet the criteria as respondents.

The development and the use of gender-affirming online resources and games for gender-independent, intersex, non-binary, and transgender (GIaNT) children and youth: A scoping review protocol.

The objective of this scoping review protocol is to review what has been reported on the development and the use of gender-affirming online resources and games for gender-independent, intersex, non-binary, and transgender (GIaNT) youth (aged 9-26). GIaNT youth and their specialized health care needs are mostly exempt from curriculums. There is limited information on the specific online sources available for GIaNT children and youth. The inclusion criteria are sources that include GIaNT children and youth and focus on online spaces and games for the identified population. The Joanna Briggs Institute (JBI) method for scoping reviews has guided the development of this protocol. Databases to be searched include CINAHL, Cochrane, Epistemonikos, ERIC, Gender Studies Database, GenderWatch, LGBTQ+ Source, ProQuest, PyscInfo, and Scopus. Unpublished studies and gray literature searches will be undertaken in ProQuest thesis and dissertation and a limited number of relevant websites. No limit on date or region will be applied. Records will be screened and extracted by two independent reviewers. Results will be presented as tables with accompanying narrative summary. This scoping review protocol will guide the review and mapping of literature on available sources for online spaces and games for GIaNT children and youth.