This thesis aims to investigate the relationship between Internet Gaming Disorder and depressive symptoms in adolescence. To this end, it draws upon four scientific studies, each contributing relevant insights to the discussion. The discussion begins by focusing on the individual phenomena of gaming and depressive symptoms, subsequently expanding into an analysis of their relationship and potential moderating variables such as culture, gender, and age. In addition, the Positive Youth Development framework is presented, emphasizing protective factors. Finally, the main findings, limitations of the analyzed studies, directions for future research, and practical implications are discussed.
Questa tesi si propone di indagare la relazione tra l'Internet Gaming Disorder e i sintomi depressivi in adolescenza. A tal fine, si avvale di quattro studi scientifici, ciascuno dei quali contribuisce alla discussione con informazioni rilevanti. L'inizio della discussione si concentra sui singoli fenomeni del gaming e dei sintomi depressivi per poi svilupparsi nell'analisi della relazione e delle possibili variabili moderatrici come la cultura, il genere e l'età. Viene inoltre presentata la prospettiva del Positive Youth Development, che pone l'attenzione sui fattori protettivi.. In conclusione, sono riportati i risultati principali emersi, limiti degli studi analizzati, suggerimenti per le ricerche future e implicazioni pratiche.
La relazione tra Internet Gaming Disorder e sintomi depressivi in adolescenza.
BETTARELLO, EMANUELE
2025/2026
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This thesis aims to investigate the relationship between Internet Gaming Disorder and depressive symptoms in adolescence. To this end, it draws upon four scientific studies, each contributing relevant insights to the discussion. The discussion begins by focusing on the individual phenomena of gaming and depressive symptoms, subsequently expanding into an analysis of their relationship and potential moderating variables such as culture, gender, and age. In addition, the Positive Youth Development framework is presented, emphasizing protective factors. Finally, the main findings, limitations of the analyzed studies, directions for future research, and practical implications are discussed.| File | Dimensione | Formato | |
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