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Gaming addiction and its relationship with school performance and social relationship among primary school children
Author
Koh, Lai Ling
Supervisor
Tan, Soo Yin
Abstract
The aim of this study is to assess the relationship between gaming addiction and academic performance as well as social relationship among primary school pupils. The sample consisted of 135 pupils aged 10 to 11 years from two neighbourhood primary schools in Singapore. A survey using questionnaire was used to collect information from the schoolchildren, while their grades were obtained directly from their examination results from their teachers. Statistical data analysis included descriptive and inferential statistic (Correlation and T-test) were used to analyse the data. The findings showed that addiction tendencies are negatively related to academic performance and social relationship. The problem of gaming addiction is a cause for concern and should be taken seriously. It is important to take preventive measures to avoid any gaming addiction. The implications of these findings and future research were discussed.
Date Issued
2012
Call Number
HQ784.V53 Koh
Date Submitted
2012