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[Validation of adolescent computer addiction test in a greek sample]
K E Siomos1, G D Floros, O D Mouzas
1Psychiatric Unit, Medical School, University of Thessaly, University Hospital of Larisa, Larisa, Greece.
Psychiatrike = Psychiatriki
|January 6, 2012
Summary
This study validated the Adolescent Computer Addiction Test (ACAT) for diagnosing computer addiction in Greek adolescents. The ACAT demonstrated excellent reliability and validity, providing a crucial tool for identifying at-risk youth.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Educational Technology
- Adolescent Health
Context:
- Adolescent computer use is prevalent in Greece, particularly in cities like Trikala.
- Previous tools for diagnosing internet addiction were adapted for computer addiction.
- The study involved 1389 students from Trikala and Larisa in 2006.
Purpose:
- To validate the Adolescent Computer Addiction Test (ACAT) as a reliable diagnostic tool.
- To describe the psychometric properties of the ACAT scale.
- To evaluate adolescent addiction to personal computers in Greece.
Summary:
- The Adolescent Computer Addiction Test (ACAT) was developed and validated using samples from 1389 Greek adolescents.
- Psychometric testing included test-retest reliability, internal consistency, and construct validity.
- Factor analysis identified four factors explaining 59.15% of the scale's variability, confirming the ACAT's robustness.
Impact:
- The validated ACAT provides a reliable instrument for assessing computer addiction in adolescents.
- Findings highlight the importance of early education on new technologies to prevent addiction.
- This research is a foundational step in evaluating adolescent computer addiction in Greece.
