Gaming disorder among students of Tabriz University of Medical Sciences: The frequency and related factors

Vahidi, Maryam; Zamanzadeh, Vahid; Musavi, Saeed; Roshangar, Fariborz; Janani, Raheleh

doi:10.47176/mjiri.35.98

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“…Children spend an average of 86 min per day gaming, whereas adolescents spend 147 min [ 30 ]. Vahidi et al [ 31 ] reported a GD prevalence rate of 2.1% among Iranian undergraduate students. Furthermore, there was a 5.9% prevalence of IGD among Iranian primary school students, according to Areshtanab et al [ 32 ].…”

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Psychometric properties of the Farsi version of the gaming disorder scale for adolescents (GADIS-A)

2022

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Background Gaming disorder was added to the 11th version of the international classification of disease by the world health organization in early 2019. Adolescents are the most vulnerable group in this area. Thus, a screening tool for this age range is essential. This study aims to examine the psychometric properties of the gaming disorder scale for adolescents (GADIS-A) in an Iranian male sample. Methods 260 male students-7th to 12th grade-from Isfahan city in the academic year 2020–2021 were selected using convenience sampling. The participants responded to the Farsi version of the GADIS-A and problematic online game questionnaire (POGQ). Thirty participants answered the scale again to assess the validity of the retest. Pearson’s correlation analysis, Cronbach’s alpha, and confirmatory factor analysis were used. The data were analyzed by SPSS version 24 and R software packages psych and lavaan. Results Confirmatory factor analysis revealed that the two-factor model, which included cognitive-behavioral symptoms and negative consequences, had good fitness indices. The GADIS-A convergent validity is confirmed by the scale’s significant correlation with the POGQ. Cronbach’s alpha coefficient was used to determine the scale’s validity, which was 0.85 for the full scale and 0.70 and 0.75 for two factors. The validity of the retest after two weeks also showed a correlation of 0.88. Conclusion The Farsi version of the gaming disorder scale for adolescents has a two-factor structure and is valid for use in Iran.

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“…Vahidi et al (2021) examined students’ engagement in playing games. They concluded that 27.8% of the participants engaged in online gaming, 58.6% opted for offline gaming and 13.6% indulged in both forms.…”

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“…Playing online video games is poised to gain increasing prominence due to the convenience and affordability of Internet connectivity, coupled with the availability of popular games accessible through the Internet. Vahidi et al (2021) examined students' engagement in playing games. They concluded that 27.8% of the participants engaged in online gaming, 58.6% opted for offline gaming and 13.6% indulged in both forms.…”

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An Investigation of Factors Influencing Attitudes Towards Online and Offline Games with the Moderator Effects of Gender in Iran

Monfared,

Joorabchi

2024

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Due to the escalating popularity of video games, the industry’s annual income rose to $197 billion in 2022. To promote video games, it is imperative to possess adequate insights into the attitudes and emotions of adolescent gamers. This study aims to investigate the factors influencing video game engagement in Iran by utilising quantitative data obtained from 205 students participating in video gaming activities in Mashhad. The results proved that playing online and offline games at home, hand in hand with the participants’ interest in play, has a positive impact on the gamers’ attitudes towards playing games. Moreover, no relationship was found between prior game experience, playing games (team/individual—online/offline) patterns and attitudes towards playing games.

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“…Younger age was positively associated with a higher frequency of GD [29,30]. Online gaming and GD were also reported among college students [31][32][33]. It was estimated that almost half of college students play online or video games and about 4% of them have GD [33].…”

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“…Online gaming and GD were also reported among college students [31][32][33]. It was estimated that almost half of college students play online or video games and about 4% of them have GD [33]. The risk of GD may be higher as they utilize the internet and digital devices during their study at university.…”

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Examining the Indirect Effect of Online Gaming on Depression via Sleep Inequality and Anxiety—A Serial and Parallel Mediation Analysis

Alshammari

Alseraye

Rogowska

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JCM

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Stress-related disorders are highly prevalent among first-year college students. Gaming disorder (GD) is an emerging disorder linked to physical and psychological consequences. We aimed to investigate the mechanism linking GD with anxiety, depression, and sleep disorders among first-year undergraduate students. Four hundred fifty-seven participants were recruited, and the survey included the Internet Gaming Disorder Scale Short-Form (IGDS9-SF), Generalized Anxiety Disorder-7 (GAD-7), Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9), and Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI). Our results showed that female students scored significantly higher than males in anxiety and depression. Furthermore, we found that depression is positively and strongly correlated to anxiety, and both are moderately associated with sleep quality. Gaming is positively related to depression, anxiety, and sleep quality. Interestingly, the health sciences tracks showed lower sleep quality than undergraduates from other tracks. There was a 64% variance in depression explained by many predictors, including anxiety, sleep quality, gaming, painkiller use, and gender. In addition, the mediation models showed that the association between gaming and depression is mediated indirectly by sleep quality, and sleep quality may be mediated directly by anxiety. The first year in college occurs at a critical developmental and professional stage, and our results highlight the need to establish support programs and conduct mental health educational workshops.

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Gaming disorder among students of Tabriz University of Medical Sciences: The frequency and related factors

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Cited by 6 publications

References 18 publications

Psychometric properties of the Farsi version of the gaming disorder scale for adolescents (GADIS-A)

Psychometric properties of the Farsi version of the gaming disorder scale for adolescents (GADIS-A)

An Investigation of Factors Influencing Attitudes Towards Online and Offline Games with the Moderator Effects of Gender in Iran

Examining the Indirect Effect of Online Gaming on Depression via Sleep Inequality and Anxiety—A Serial and Parallel Mediation Analysis

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