The Relationship Between Internet Gaming Disorder and Mental Health

Main Article Content

Rasis A. Alanazi, Rehab Nori

Abstract

Within the rapid development of internet use, studies have examined the impact of excessive internet use on adolescents. However, there has been a need to understand the potential mental disorder associated with internet excessive use. With the present study, we aimed to shed light on the relationship between Internet Gaming Disorder (IGD) and negative mental health. An online questionnaire was administered anonymously to 205 individuals (53% females, 47% males). Results revealed a high-sized correlation between IGD and negative mental health. Moreover, symptoms related to IGD have been related to attention, lack of social skills with family and peers, lack of time-management, physical aggression. Further studies are needed to identify the causation of IGD and future studies may focus on the effectiveness of modern counseling techniques.

Article Details

Section
Articles