scholarly journals Relationship of Internet Gaming Disorder with Psychopathology and Social Adaptation in Italian Young Adults

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 (21) ◽  
pp. 8201
Author(s):  
Concetta De Pasquale ◽  
Federica Sciacca ◽  
Valentina Martinelli ◽  
Matteo Chiappedi ◽  
Carmela Dinaro ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Young Adults ◽  
Family Relationships ◽  
Short Form ◽  
Linear Regression Analysis ◽  
Internet Gaming Disorder ◽  
Social Adaptation ◽  
Symptom Checklist ◽  
Gaming Disorder ◽  
Internet Gaming

Internet addiction is currently considered a worldwide problem, with a possible impact on mental health. This study aimed to investigate the prevalence of internet gaming disorder (IGD) among Italian young adults and to explore its association with psychopathological symptoms. Our sample included 566 young adults (324 males/242 females; age: 22.74 ± 4.83 years). Participants were asked to state their favorite games and complete the following questionnaires: the Internet Gaming Disorder Scale Short Form (IGD9-SF); the APA symptom checklist, based on DSM-5 diagnostic criteria for IGD; the Symptom Checklist-90 Revised (SCL-90 R); and the Social Adaptation Self Evaluation Scale (SASS). Use of video games was common among study participants (95% of the sample). Thirty subjects (5.3% of the sample) matched criteria for a clinical diagnosis of IGD. Data showed a positive correlation between higher use of online games and higher levels of depression (r = 0.501), anxiety (r = 0.361) and psychoticism (r = 0.431), and lower family and extra-family relationships (r = −0.383). At linear regression analysis, somatization (p = 0.002), depression (p = 0.001) and sleep disturbances (p = 0.003) were predictors of IGD diagnosis. IGD was significantly associated to mental health distress. Healthcare professionals should be aware of the problematic consequences of online gaming.

scholarly journals Relationship of Internet gaming disorder with psychopathology and social adaptation in Italian young adults

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
concetta de pasquale ◽  
Federica Sciacca ◽  
Carmela Dinaro ◽  
Zira Hichy
Keyword(s):  
Young Adults ◽  
Short Form ◽  
Internet Gaming Disorder ◽  
Social Adaptation ◽  
Online Gambling ◽  
The Internet ◽  
Symptom Checklist ◽  
Gaming Disorder ◽  
Dsm 5 ◽  
Internet Gaming

Abstract Background: When the Internet becomes the only interest in an individual's life and everything else is emptied of importance, the isolation in which the subject closes again produces consequences not only from a psychological but also physical and social point of view. The purpose of this study was: a) to investigate the prevalence of internet gaming disorder (IGD) among Italian young adults, b) to explore the associations between the former and psychopathological symptoms, and c) to explore its consequences in social functioning. Methods: The sample included 566 young adults, 324 males and 242 females, aged between 18 and 35 years (M = 22.74; SD = 4.83). They were asked to state their favourite games choice and were administered a demographic questionnaire, the APA symptom checklist based on the diagnostic criteria of IGD in the DSM-5, the Internet Gaming Disorder Scale Short Form (IGD9-SF), the Symptom Checklist-90 Revised (SCL-90 R) and the Social Adaptation Self Evaluation Scale (SASS). Results: The different game types used are distributed as follows: MMORPG (35.7%), flash games (20.3%), multiplayer games (27%), online gambling (9.9%), other games (6.5% ). The results of the study showed high use of videogames (95% of the sample), but low incidence of Internet Gaming Disorder in young adults. Thirty subjects (20 male and 10 female) on 566 (5.3% of the sample) matched five or more criteria for clinical diagnosis of IGD. The data showed a positive correlation between use of online games (total score IGD9-SF), the higher the levels of depression (r = .501), anxiety (r = .361) and psychoticism (r = .431) and the lower the family and extra-family relationships (r = -.383). The linear regression analysis showed that somatization (p = .002), depression (p = .000) and sleep disturbances (p = .003) are predictive variables of internet gaming disorder. Conclusions: This study highlights the need to make a diagnosis of "online gaming addiction" as "independent disorder" to be included in future categorizations according to DSM-5, compared to other addictive behaviors.

Internet Gaming Disorder Scale--Short Form; Polish Version

2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
Bruno Schivinski ◽  
Magdalena Brzozowska-Woś ◽  
Erin M. Buchanan ◽  
Mark D. Griffiths ◽  
Halley M. Pontes
Keyword(s):  
Short Form ◽  
Internet Gaming Disorder ◽  
Gaming Disorder ◽  
Internet Gaming ◽  
Polish Version

scholarly journals Altered resting-state functional connectivity of the insula in young adults with Internet gaming disorder

2015 ◽  
Vol 21 (3) ◽  
pp. 743-751 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jin-Tao Zhang ◽  
Yuan-Wei Yao ◽  
Chiang-Shan R. Li ◽  
Yu-Feng Zang ◽  
Zi-Jiao Shen ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Young Adults ◽  
Functional Connectivity ◽  
Resting State ◽  
Internet Gaming Disorder ◽  
Gaming Disorder ◽  
Resting State Functional Connectivity ◽  
Internet Gaming

A longitudinal study on psychosocial causes and consequences of Internet gaming disorder in adolescence

2018 ◽  
Vol 49 (2) ◽  
pp. 287-294 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lutz Wartberg ◽  
Levente Kriston ◽  
Matthias Zieglmeier ◽  
Tania Lincoln ◽  
Rudolf Kammerl
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Internet Gaming Disorder ◽  
Temporal Stability ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
Gaming Disorder ◽  
Parental Mental Health ◽  
Standardized Measures ◽  
Internet Gaming

AbstractBackgroundIn 2013, Internet gaming disorder (IGD) was incorporated in the current version of the DSM-5. IGD refers to a problematic use of video games. Longitudinal studies on the etiology of IGD are lacking. Furthermore, it is currently unclear to which extent associated psychopathological problems are causes or consequences of IGD. In the present survey, longitudinal associations between IGD and adolescent and parental mental health were investigated for the first time, as well as the temporal stability of IGD.MethodsIn a cross-lagged panel design study, family dyads (adolescent with a parent each) were examined in 2016 (t1) and again 1 year later (2017, t2). Overall, 1095 family dyads were assessed at t1 and 985 dyads were re-assessed at t2 with standardized measures of IGD and several aspects of adolescent and parental mental health. Data were analyzed with structural equation modeling (SEM).ResultsMale gender, a higher level of hyperactivity/inattention, self-esteem problems and IGD at t1 were predictors of IGD at t2. IGD at t1 was a predictor for adolescent emotional distress at t2. Overall, 357 out of the 985 adolescents received a diagnosis of IGD at t1 or t2: 142 (14.4%) at t1 and t2, 100 (10.2%) only at t1, and 115 (11.7%) only at t2.ConclusionsHyperactivity/inattention and self-esteem problems seem to be important for the development of IGD. We found first empirical evidence that IGD could prospectively contribute to a deterioration of adolescent mental health. Only a subgroup of affected adolescents showed IGD consistently over 1 year.

scholarly journals Internet gaming disorder symptoms among Slovenian gamers

2020 ◽  
Vol 30 (Supplement_5) ◽  
Author(s):  
Š Selak ◽  
M Vinko ◽  
M Rehberger ◽  
D Lavtar ◽  
A Korošec
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Assessment Tool ◽  
Short Form ◽  
Internet Gaming Disorder ◽  
Gaming Disorder ◽  
Internet Gaming ◽  
Final Sample ◽  
Scale Total Score ◽  
Old Men ◽  
Alcohol And Other Drugs

Abstract Background Problematic use of digital technologies has been attracting extensive amount of attention worldwide, especially (internet) gaming disorder (IGD). Prevalence of IGD varies across studies, depending mostly on the methodology, assessment tool and participant group. Despite numerous research on the topic a strong need to better understand technology's impact on population remains in order to better tackle this public health challenge. Methods National Survey on the Use of Tobacco, Alcohol and Other Drugs was conducted in 2018 on a national representative sample (n = 16,000; age: 15-64 years; 62.4% response rate), using mixed-mode (CAWI and CAPI). The final sample consisted of 9,161 respondents, of those 24.2 % (n = 2,212) reported having played a videogame in the last 12 months (gamers-only sample). Prevalence of IGD symptoms was assessed with 9-item Internet Gaming Disorder Scale-Short-Form using 5-point scale (total score: 9-45 points). Disordered and non-disordered gamers were dichotomized with a cut-off point at 36 points with higher scores indicating higher degree of IGD. Results Data shows 0.4% [95% CI:0.2-0.8] of the Slovenian gamers reported to have symptoms of IGD, whereas higher rates were observed within younger population. Namely, 1.0% [95% CI: 0.2-3.9] within 20-24 year olds and 0.7% [95% CI:0.2-2.2] within 15-19 year old. Men (0.5% [95% CI:0.2-1.2]) reported more IGD symptoms than women (0.1% [95% CI:0.0-0.8]). The share of IGD symptoms was also higher among unemployed and those who live without partner. Conclusions Results obtained in present study are consistent with results of comparable studies conducted in other countries. A relatively low share of IGD symptoms in the sample might be due to a high cut-off point. However, obtained data allows for tailored public health interventions in Slovenia, such as awareness raising and prevention and treatment programmes, as well calls for further analyses on IGD epidemiology and research methodology. Key messages 0.4% of the Slovenian residents, who played videogames in the last 12 months reported to have symptoms of internet gaming disorder, with higher rates observed within younger population. The share of population experiencing symptoms of internet gaming disorder in Slovenia is similar to that of other countries where comparable studies were done.

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