IMPACT OF ONLINE GAMING ADDICTION ON SOCIAL ISOLATION AMONG FIRST-YEAR SATHYABAMA UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS: A STUDY
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https://doi.org/10.29121/shodhkosh.v4.i1SE.2023.513Keywords:
Online Games, Pubg, Free Fire, Gaming, Addiction, Gaming Apps, SathyabamaAbstract [English]
Online gaming addiction has become a growing concern in recent years due to the increasing popularity of online games and the easy access to them via the internet. This phenomenon can lead to significant changes in an individual's behavior, as they prioritize playing games over other activities and responsibilities. The excessive and prolonged use of online games can result in physical, social, and psychological problems, such as poor sleep habits, decreased physical activity, and increased levels of stress and anxiety. In severe cases, it can lead to social isolation, poor academic performance. The issue of online gaming addiction has become a public health concern and requires attention from parents, educators, and health professionals. In this study researcher adapt quantitative methodology and collected data through survey method. Researcher selected the first year under graduate students from Sathyabama institute of science and technology, Chennai as sample for this study. This abstract highlights the need for research on the causes and consequences of online gaming addiction and the development of effective interventions and prevention strategies based on systematic research.
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