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  11. Facial Emotional Expression In Reaction To Internet Gaming Videos Among Young Adults: A Preliminary And Exploratory Study

Facial Emotional Expression in Reaction to Internet Gaming Videos Among Young Adults: A Preliminary and Exploratory Study

Nanase Kobayashi1,2, Daisuke Jitoku1,2, Masato Nishihara3

  • 1Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Graduate School of Medical and Dental Sciences, Institute of Science Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan.

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Summary
This summary is machine-generated.

Facial expressions may indicate internet gaming disorder (IGD) risks. Lower sadness intensity correlated with higher IGD symptoms, while surprise intensity linked to gaming desire in young adults.

Area of Science:

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  • Neuroscience
  • Digital Health

Background:

  • Increasing popularity of online gaming raises concerns about excessive engagement and potential for internet gaming disorder (IGD).
  • Facial emotional expressions offer insights into emotional states, but their connection to internet gaming addiction symptoms is under-researched.
  • Early detection and intervention are crucial for addressing IGD, particularly in younger populations.

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Main Methods:

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Keywords:
FaceReaderfacial emotional expressioninternet gaming addictionsadness

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    • Further research with larger, clinical samples is needed to validate these exploratory findings and inform interventions for internet gaming disorder.
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