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Mia Seo1, Hee Sun Kang, Young-Hee Yom
1Graduate School of Public Health and Welfare, Dankook University, Chung-Ang University, Seoul, South Korea.
This study found that Korean middle school students with higher Internet addiction levels also experienced more interpersonal problems. Increased gaming time correlated with greater addiction, highlighting the need for early intervention for all students.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Adolescent Health
- Digital Media Studies
Background:
- Internet addiction is a growing concern among adolescents.
- Interpersonal problems can significantly impact adolescent well-being.
- Understanding the relationship between these two is crucial for developing effective interventions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate Internet addiction levels and interpersonal problems in Korean middle school students.
- To explore the correlation between Internet addiction and interpersonal difficulties.
- To identify key factors contributing to Internet addiction in this demographic.
Main Methods:
- Cross-sectional survey design.
- Involved 676 Korean middle school students.
- Utilized validated scales for Internet addiction and interpersonal problems.
Main Results:
- A significant positive correlation (r = 0.425) was found between Internet addiction and interpersonal problems.
- Higher Internet addiction levels were linked to increased hours spent gaming.
- Adolescents with Internet addiction reported more interpersonal problems.
Conclusions:
- Internet addiction is strongly associated with interpersonal problems in Korean middle schoolers.
- Early detection and intervention are vital for both at-risk and low-risk students.
- Preventative strategies should address both online behaviors and social skill development.
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