Longitudinal associations between loneliness and online game addiction among undergraduates: A moderated mediation model

Gao, Bin; Cai, Yanxiyu; Zhao, Chong; Qian, Yuqing; Zheng, Runting; Liu, Cong

doi:10.1016/j.actpsy.2024.104134

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“…This prompts inquiry into the directionality of this relationship. Some studies suggest that loneliness may precede problematic media use (Gao et al, 2024;Kim, 2017;Rogier et al, 2021), as individuals experiencing loneliness may seek social connection through online platforms. According to the theory of compensatory internet use (Kardefelt-Winther, 2014), individuals may engage in internet activities to fulfil unmet social needs.…”

Section: Direction Of Causality Between Loneliness and Problematic Me...mentioning

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Loneliness and Problematic Media Use: A Meta-Analysis of Longitudinal Studies (Preprint)

Fam,

Männikkö

2024

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UNSTRUCTURED While past research has established the association between loneliness and problematic media use, the direction of causality remains unclear. This meta-analysis investigates the longitudinal relationships between loneliness and problematic media use. Systematic searches in three online databases identified 26 longitudinal studies involving a total of 24,798 participants. Random-effects models revealed bidirectional relationships between loneliness and problematic media use. However, the effect sizes were weaker than anticipated when using beta coefficients as estimates of the longitudinal relationships. Subgroup analyses demonstrated stable results for beta coefficients across various study designs. This meta-analysis also highlights potential methodological limitations and provides recommendations for future research on longitudinal relationships.

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Section: Direction Of Causality Between Loneliness and Problematic Me...mentioning

confidence: 99%

Loneliness and Problematic Media Use: A Meta-Analysis of Longitudinal Studies (Preprint)

Fam,

Männikkö

2024

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Fear of Missing Out, Gaming Disorder and Internet Gaming Disorder: Systematic Review

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Díaz-López,

Machimbarrena

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Longitudinal associations between loneliness and online game addiction among undergraduates: A moderated mediation model

Cited by 2 publications

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Loneliness and Problematic Media Use: A Meta-Analysis of Longitudinal Studies (Preprint)

Loneliness and Problematic Media Use: A Meta-Analysis of Longitudinal Studies (Preprint)

Fear of Missing Out, Gaming Disorder and Internet Gaming Disorder: Systematic Review

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