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ERIC Number: EJ1462713
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2025-Mar
Pages: 24
Abstractor: As Provided
ISBN: N/A
ISSN: ISSN-1360-2357
EISSN: EISSN-1573-7608
Available Date: 2024-09-06
Evaluating Electronic Gaming Addiction Impact on Middle Schoolers: Parental Views
Education and Information Technologies, v30 n4 p4883-4906 2025
This quantitative study explores parental awareness of gaming addiction risks and their perceptions of coping strategies among middle school students in Jazan region, Saudi Arabia. Data were collected from 245 parents using a validated questionnaire designed to assess perceptions of three primary risks associated with gaming addiction: health, behavioral, and academic impacts. The results indicate a consistently high level of parental awareness concerning these risks, with respondents uniformly acknowledging their significance. Statistical analyses reveal no statistically significant differences in risk perception based on demographic variables such as gender, educational level, residence, and average monthly income. Furthermore, the study identifies a substantial consensus among parents regarding proposed strategies for addressing gaming addiction risks. These findings underscore the crucial role of parental engagement and awareness in mitigating gaming addiction among middle school students. They emphasize the necessity for collaborative efforts among parents, educators, and policymakers to effectively prevent and manage gaming-related challenges within this demographic. In conclusion, this study provides valuable insights into parental perceptions and strategies concerning gaming addiction risks among middle school students in Jazan region. It advocates for targeted interventions that harness parental involvement and interdisciplinary collaboration to promote healthier gaming behaviors and enhance the overall well-being of children in Saudi Arabia.
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Junior High Schools; Middle Schools; Secondary Education
Audience: N/A
Language: English
Sponsor: N/A
Authoring Institution: N/A
Identifiers - Location: Saudi Arabia
Grant or Contract Numbers: N/A
Author Affiliations: 1Suez University, College of Education, Suez City, Egypt; 2Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University, College of Education and Human Development, Riyadh City, Saudi Arabia