A Blur Line Between Hobby and Addiction: Online Video Gaming Among the Youth of Arunachal Pradesh

2021 ◽  
pp. 0972558X2199424
Author(s):  
Mudang Pampi ◽  
Md. Asghar
Keyword(s):  
Young Adults ◽  
Video Games ◽  
Vital Role ◽  
Video Gaming ◽  
Online Video ◽  
Arunachal Pradesh ◽  
Gaming Culture ◽  
Youth And Young Adults ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Online Video Games

Online video games have become more popular among the youth and young adults in the past decade. These games are exceedingly addictive. The youths and young adults engage many hours of their day playing these games. This article is an attempt to understand the players’ perceptions and reasons for spending hours playing it. This article also explores the factors responsible for the growth of video games as a trending popular culture. The current study examines the impact of excessive gameplay on a gamers’ life as a whole. This study found out that graphics, gameplay, and story line of a gameplay play a vital role in the popularity of a particular game. It is the extra-realistic gaming experience that online games offer, which makes it so addictive. It is also revealed that players felt socially stigmatized for being a gamer since playing video games is not a socially accepted form of a hobby in Arunachal Pradesh unlike in some parts of the world. Basically, this article focuses on the insights of players about their experience as an insider in this gaming culture.

scholarly journals Are Gamers Sad and Isolated? A database about the Anxiety, Life Satisfaction and Social Phobia of over 13000 participants

2017 ◽  
Author(s):  
Marian Sauter ◽  
Dejan Draschkow
Keyword(s):  
Life Satisfaction ◽  
Young Adults ◽  
Video Games ◽  
Social Phobia ◽  
Small Sample ◽  
Online Video ◽  
Cultural Backgrounds ◽  
The World ◽  
Small Sample Sizes ◽  
Online Video Games

Playing online video games has become widely prevalent over the last decade (e.g. Mentzoni et al., 2011; Rehbein et al., 2010; Wang et al., 2014). Consequently, concerns have been voiced in regard to addictive online gaming behavior (Mentzoni et al., 2011). At present, research in this area relies on relatively small sample sizes from 174 (Lo et al, 2005) participants to 3405 participants (Wenzel et al, 2009) and are mostly focused on narrow cultural backgrounds or only young adults. The present data is the largest openly available dataset comprising of over 13000 participants from all over the world.

scholarly journals Prevalence of addiction to online video games: gaming disorder among medical students

2018 ◽  
Vol 5 (10) ◽  
pp. 4237 ◽  
Author(s):  
Pradeep Yarasani ◽  
Roshakhi Sultana Shaik ◽  
Achyuth Rama Raju Myla
Keyword(s):  
Medical Students ◽  
Video Games ◽  
Sleep Disturbances ◽  
Statistical Significance ◽  
Behaviour Pattern ◽  
Video Gaming ◽  
Online Video ◽  
Undergraduate Medical Students ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Online Video Games

Background: Video gaming has become a most popular leisure activity in many parts of the world, which appears to develop problems as a result of excessive gaming, most commonly among students. The behaviour pattern is of sufficient severity to result in significant impairment in personal, family, social, educational, occupational or other important areas of functioning. In this context present study was done to know the prevalence of addiction to online video games among medical students.Methods: A cross sectional study was conducted from March 2017 to July 2018 in Katuri Medical College, Guntur among 575 undergraduate medical students including interns. The data was collected using Young’s online gaming addiction scale questionnaire and was analyzed using SPSS 21 version and Epiinfo 7.Results: In our study, the mean age of students was 22±4 and the average duration of gaming was 3 hours, while students who were addicted to gaming had playtime for 7 hours. Majority of the students used Mobile phones (73.9%), followed by computers (12.2%) for playing games. There was statistical significance between male and female students regarding usage and Problems faced due to video games (p<0.0001, S*).Conclusions: Gaming disorders are on a rise, which had lead students to psychosocial disturbances, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, sleep disturbances, head ache, lack of social activities, and impairment in education. So, it is time to regulate the usage of Electronic devices, Internet and video games.

scholarly journals Where Do Online Games Fit into the Health Behaviour Ecology of Emerging Adults: A Scoping Review

Nutrients ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (8) ◽  
pp. 2895
Author(s):  
David Micallef ◽  
Linda Brennan ◽  
Lukas Parker ◽  
Bruno Schivinski ◽  
Michaela Jackson
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Video Games ◽  
Emerging Adults ◽  
Scoping Review ◽  
Life Stage ◽  
Online Games ◽  
Online Video ◽  
State Of Research ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Online Video Games

Online video games are a common pastime for emerging adults (EAs). EAs are an age group that is of interest in health communication because habits formed during this life stage can cause or prevent disease later in life. Guided by three research questions, this scoping review identifies the current state of research into socio-ecological influences on physical activity and diet behaviours of EAs. The review also examines the role that online video games play within this behavioural ecology. In total, 112 articles were found that focused on behavioural ecological influences for physical activity and diet behaviour among EAs. Seven of these articles focused on the impact of online video games, although only in conjunction with their influence on physical activity, identifying a gap in understanding the influence of online games on diet. Results show that online video games are currently under-researched in terms of impacts on physical activity and diet despite the prevalence of the use of these games within the EA cohort.

The Impact of Gamification and Individual Differences on Second Language Learning Among First-Year Female University Students in Saudi Arabia

2021 ◽  
pp. 104687812110565
Author(s):  
Maram Almufareh
Keyword(s):  
Student Achievement ◽  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Second Language ◽  
Video Games ◽  
Language Learning ◽  
Second Language Learning ◽  
Video Gaming ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Students Attitudes ◽  
The Impact

Background The Technology-Enhanced Training Effectiveness Model (TETEM) has been used to assess the effectiveness of various technology-driven solutions in improving students’ outcomes in multiple academic fields. However, limited research is available on the use of TETEM in the context of second language learning. Using a modified TETEM, this study seeks first, to assess the direct effects of students’ attitudes and experiences with video gaming on their achievement; and second, to evaluate the effects of students’ attitudes and experiences that are mediated by their motivation. Methods This study was conducted among preparatory year students at Al-Jouf University, Saudi Arabia. Students were randomly assigned to the technology-enhanced group (Duolingo® + workbook) or the control group (classroom workbook group). We started by comparing student performance between the two groups to evaluate the effect of the intervention. Subsequently, we conducted a confirmatory factor analysis to establish homogenous latent variables for experience, attitude, and motivation. Finally, we used structural equation models to evaluate the presence of direct and mediated effects. Results Students in the Duolingo® + workbook group scored higher on reading, grammar, vocabulary, and writing compared to the workbook group. Positive attitude toward video gaming had both a direct and mediating positive correlation with student achievement. Additionally, motivation toward ESL learning was independently and positively correlated with student achievement. As expected, the technology-enhanced group performed better in reading, grammar, and vocabulary while the control group showed more participation and timely completion of assignments. Conclusion Technology enhancement improves students’ performance for ESL, however, adequate integration of technology in the course curriculum is needed to minimize interference with class participation. Positive attitudes toward video games and motivation toward ESL learning are positive predictors of student achievement while experience with video games has no significant effect.

scholarly journals The Impact of Rock Music on Indian Young Adults: A Qualitative Study on Emotions and Moods

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (4) ◽  
pp. 5361-5374
Author(s):  
Manaswini Tripathy ◽  
Mithunchandra Chaudhari
Keyword(s):  
Young Adults ◽  
Interpersonal Relationships ◽  
Rock Music ◽  
Qualitative Methodology ◽  
Social Issues ◽  
Country Rock ◽  
Vital Role ◽  
Self Control ◽  
Positive Effects ◽  
The Impact

Music has proven to play a vital role in social and emotional development in teenagers and young adults. From contemplation, developing self-identity, understanding interpersonal relationships, and providing possibilities of experience mastery, agency, and self-control with the help of self-directed activities, music helps its audience develop in all aspects of life. In specific, Rock music, since its existence has been more than entertainment, artists expressed themselves and shared their opinions through their musical pieces. Infamous for promoting drugs and alcohol, Rock Music used its platform to enlighten the audience about taboo topics like racism, inequality, and other social issues. This research paper uses a qualitative methodology approach to understand Rock Music listeners’ points of view. Data was collected through ‘in-depth interviews’ of 15 participants hailing from different parts of the country. Rock Music has several positive effects on the listeners. Rock can elevate moods, induce emotions, helps the listeners be more productive and creative with their everyday work, and constantly motivate them to do better in every aspect of life. Rock provides a platform to express feelings and vent out all the angst, especially for those who otherwise do not voice their opinions because of their nature in general. Rock Music has been able to shape personalities, characteristics, and thought processes. Moreover, majorly, Rock Music helps people with anger management.

The Effect of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Video Game Consumption in Turkey

2022 ◽  
pp. 151-167
Author(s):  
Yasemin Özkent
Keyword(s):  
Video Games ◽  
Video Game ◽  
Social Distance ◽  
Digital Games ◽  
Online Video ◽  
Digital Game ◽  
Leisure Education ◽  
Daily Work ◽  
The World ◽  
Online Video Games

Different precautions such as quarantine, social distance, and hygiene applications have been taken around the world to prevent the spreading of the virus during the COVID-19 pandemic. While these precautions brought many sectors to a halt, digital-based platforms have been used more actively. The pandemic changed daily work, leisure, education, and the time spent with families and how people distribute their time on these items. The interest toward digital games increased as the result of COVID-19 quarantine. As people spent more time at home, they tended to play games to socialize. This study aims to evaluate the changes and tendencies in the consumption of video games during the pandemic period in Turkey. Accordingly, the consumption of online video games in 2020 was analyzed through comparing with 2019. As a result, it was detected that more time and money was spent during the pandemic period on the digital game sector which was also important before.

scholarly journals What matters is when you play: Investigating the relationship between online video games addiction and time spent playing over specific day phases

2018 ◽  
Vol 8 ◽  
pp. 185-188 ◽  
Author(s):  
Stefano Triberti ◽  
Luca Milani ◽  
Daniela Villani ◽  
Serena Grumi ◽  
Sara Peracchia ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Video Games ◽  
Online Video ◽  
Online Video Games ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
What Matters
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