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Computer Game Addiction and Loneliness in Children
Hülya Kök Eren1,2, Özlem Örsal1,2
1Dept. of Psychiatric Nursing, Faculty of Health Sciences, Eskişehir Osmangazi University, Eskişehir, Turkey.
Iranian Journal of Public Health
|December 8, 2018
Summary
This study found a significant link between computer game addiction and loneliness in 9-10-year-old children. Early assessment and intervention are recommended for affected youth.
Area of Science:
- Child Psychology
- Behavioral Science
- Educational Psychology
Background:
- Investigated the prevalence of computer game addiction and loneliness in 9-10-year-old children.
- Addressed the growing concern of digital habits and social-emotional well-being in early adolescence.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the level of computer game addiction and loneliness among 9-10-year-old children.
- To explore the relationship between these two factors in a pediatric population.
Main Methods:
- The study included all 4th-grade students from a primary school in the city center (2017-2018).
- Data were collected using the "Personal Information Form", "Computer Game Addiction Scale", and "UCLA Loneliness Scale".
- Statistical analyses included Mann Whitney U test, Kruskal Wallis test, and Correlation Analysis.
Main Results:
- A weak, positive, and significant relationship was identified between loneliness and computer game addiction scores (r=0.357; P<0.000).
- Average scores indicated notable levels for both computer game addiction and loneliness within the study group.
Conclusions:
- A significant association exists between computer game addiction and loneliness in children.
- Recommendations include implementing assessments for loneliness and game addiction, and establishing a coordinated treatment system involving schools, hospitals, and families.
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