CASE STUDY Aquino

COLEGIO DE STA. ANA DE VICTORIAS, INC.
Osmeña Ave., Victorias City, Negros Occidental

Email: colegiodestaanadevictorias@yahoo.com
Telefax No. (034) 399-2830
MOBILE GAMES ADDICTION AMONG CHILDREN: A CASE STUDY
A Case Study Presented to the Faculty

of the Criminology Department
Colegio de Sta. Ana de Victorias
Victorias City
In Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements

for the Degree of Bachelor of Science in Criminology
Kenny A. Lauresta
Kimuel Y. Aquino
Romer F. Trompeta
Tyrone C. Acolentava
2022
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Executive Summary
This case study focuses on the mobile addiction awareness among
children in Victorias. City and to provide and assess the people who involved in
the problem.
The main issue was that parents did not adequately guide their children or
understand the effects of mobile addiction on them. Parents should be
responsible for their children because they are the ones who need parental
guidance the most. Based on the finding the child or the subject of the study
seems like does not really understand what could be the harm that the mobile
addiction could bring to him. The main goal of the study is to help the children
and guide them regarding on the proper use of mobile phones. Education,
understanding and cooperation of parents and children regarding on the issue is
the most important key in order to address the problem.The appeal of video
games to kids and teenagers leads to a variety of mental, physical, and social
issues for them. These outcomes encourage aggression and violence, as well as
obesity, epilepsy brought on by video games, social isolation, and other physical
and mental harms. The impacts of these games have attracted the attention of
numerous psychologists and mental health specialists.

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Table of Contents
Introduction 1
Body 3
Findings 5
Conclusion 6
Recommended 7
References 8
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Introduction
Every person's life now revolves around their mobile device. Nowadays,
everyone is addicted to their phone. While we can dismiss this as a typical
modern practice, the reality is that it has significant behavioral and social
ramifications. The problem of mobile addiction is quite real and warrants serious
concern. It has an impact on our relationships, health, and employment. (WHO,
2020).
According to Zamani (2019), modern cultures' most popular forms of
entertainment are computer games, which appeal to a wide range of age groups.
Today's youth are addicted to the competition and thrills of video games, making
them the most popular leisure activities. They will do anything to advance in the
game, and they become so engrossed in it that they lose all awareness of their
surroundings. The players get excited when they have to overcome hurdles and
advance in the game, and they get nervous when they lose.Like most diseases
and illnesses, one can deduce if someone is undergoing the exhibited symptoms’
syndrome. Research has revealed that using mobile phones have killed 6,000
people each year. Besides that, here are some other effects of cell phone
addictions that can affect us. Looking down at the mobile phone for an extended
period causes them to have back and neck pain issues. According to studies,
45% of the youngsters from the age of 16 to 24 years suffer from back pain due
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to the over usage of mobile phones. Besides that, the endless swapping of
phones and texting can make our fingers stiff.
Mental and emotional health issues are another frequent result that we
typically hear from specialists. Our lives become out of balance when we spend
too much time on our phones and neglect other aspects of our lives. Spending
too much time staring at a mobile device screen might also make us feel agitated
and uncomfortable. We may find ourselves with less time to exercise or even just
take a stroll if we spend too much time on our phones. The use of mobile phones
has significantly replaced many of our daily physical activities. A survey of
schoolchildren revealed that those who spent more time on their phones were
less fit than those who used them less frequently.
The increasing prevalence of computer games among children and
adolescents have made many researcher to determine the effects of these
games on players. In the community, there are few and limited studies on the
effects of addiction to computer games on players. Considering the increasing
rate of addiction to computer games among Iranian adolescents and youth, the
present study was conducted to investigate the effects of addiction to computer
games on physical and mental health including physical health, anxiety, and
depression and impaired social functioning.

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Body
A study from anti-bullying charity, Cybersmile, reveals that almost half (46
per cent) of young people aged 12-16 feel they’re addicted to their smartphones.
Launching today, on Stop Cyberbullying Day, the research reveals how the UK’s
younger generation perceive their own digital wellbeing and the associated risks
to their mental and physical health. The research, which informed Cybersmile’s
new report titled ‘Digital Wellbeing 2020, surveyed 1,000 children aged 12-16,
examining their thoughts on how they are using and experiencing online devices
and platforms now and pre-lockdown.
Mobile phones give us the liberty to connect with anyone around the world
spontaneously. They empower us to find any information we require and are a
great source of entertainment. While this device was designed to empower us,
sadly, it’s turning out to subjugate us. Almost every mobile user is suffering from
the addiction of mobile these days.
Believe it or not, smartphone use can be beneficial for teens. Teens use
smartphones to connect with peers, seek help on school assignments, and they
can even use apps to help them get organized. Although it might seem like teens
are constantly connected, many use their devices within healthy limits.
Teens should be given the tools they need to manage their own smartphone
use and strike a healthy balance. This is not a one-off discussion. The
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following are a few things you can do to help offer direction and support:
Educate: Discuss openly the advantages and dangers of screen use. Asking
your teenagers for their opinions on the positives and negatives can result in
engaging discussions rather than the usual good consequences of lecturing.
Make a plan. Talk about setting healthy limits and boundaries for the
family and what checks and balances you can use to stick to them, like not
allowing phone use during dinner. Remember, teens aren’t the only ones
prone to overuse.
As a family, monitor usage. When they believe they are being
observed, teens search for workarounds. Make online monitoring a family
priority so that teenagers are accountable for their usage and behavior.
Several apps are available to keep an eye on when and how your teenagers
use their phones. There is now a "screentime" setting on the iPhone. You
may use this to monitor usage, set reasonable time limitations for particular
apps (such as xx hours per day for social media), and schedule automatic
app shutdowns.
Talk to your teenagers about reasonable and healthy
boundaries.Create a check-in policy: Phones, tablets, and laptops should be
removed from the bedroom at night to curb sleep disturbance and insomnia.
Create a plan to check devices in at a certain time in the evening and out in
the morning.
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Establish screen-free zones. Relationships suffer when people check
their phones a lot, for instance during meals, family outings, and social
occasions. In these circumstances, establish and adhere to screen time limits.
Modeling sound boundaries is important since kids can learn from parents'
constant phone use. Respect the restrictions and limitations you impose.
Findings
The researchers were able to interview a participant who is hooked to
mobile at Victorias City's Barangay 8. The 12 year old child acknowledged his
addiction to his phone. According to the subject he would spend 15-20 hours on
his mobile phone. He always checked and played with his phone as soon as he
woke up in the morning. In order to play with my phones every day, he
occasionally would forgo meals as well. Even when the phone was charging, he
would continue to use it. The individual claimed that he loved having his cell
phone around and how happy it makes him feel. The only thing he would do
every day was to be on his phone, especially since that there is no face-to-face
instruction. Even when they were together, he claimed that all his pals did was
play phone games while lounging by the side of the road, occasionally watching
offensive films and looking at inappropriate photographs. Additionally, he claims
that his parents have changed recently because they have been reprimanding
him more frequently than before. His parents used to constantly complain to him
about his behavior. He would hear the same complaints about him and his phone
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every day, but he didn't really care about them because, in his opinion, they were
the ones who given him the phone and it was alright to use it whenever and
whenever he wanted.Based on the given qualitative data, these are the things
that the effect mobile game addiction among children.
1. Affects Mental Health
Addiction to video games has been identified as a mental illness. Video games
have a history of causing or exacerbating mental illnesses like depression.
Children's anxiety and tension have been related to violent video games . Long-
term use of mobile online games can also make kids more reclusive and cut
them off from their friends and peers, which can result in social anxiety disorders.
Additionally, it interferes with their sleep cycles, causing kids to feel worn out and
unrested during the school day.
2. Physical Health Takes a Hit
Your child will likely spend the majority of their time sitting still while playing video
games. Their health will suffer greatly over time as a result of this lack of physical
activity. Long hours spent staring at a bright screen might harm their eyesight,
bring on headaches, and alter their posture. And all that sitting can contribute to
obesity and weight gain, which can pave the way for a number of other health
problems.
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When carpel tunnel syndrome sets in, the wrist becomes painfully inflamed,
making it difficult to write. The tendons in the thumb are excruciatingly sore from
gamer's thumb.
3. Lack of socialization
Every age has a need for relationships. Avoiding social interactions is one
of the worst repercussions of mobile game addiction. Children frequently avoid
engaging in outside play, making new friends, and having conversations with
their peers. Children cease talking to their parents, which has catastrophic,
irreversible effects.
4. Less time to focus on education
The hardest thing for a child to do is to focus on their schoolwork. Since
the youngster is familiar with the language of video games, there is disinterest in
the child. They are uninterested in stories and textbook content alone. Children
consequently receive worse grades as a result of the confused concepts.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the main problem was the lack of parental guidance and
understanding of children regarding on the effect of mobile addiction to them.
Based on the results, it appears that the youngster or study subject is unaware of
the potential harm that developing a mobile addiction could do him. He was
merely savoring his mobile phone's company and joy. The parents' efforts to
have their child behave better were insufficient. Due to some oversight or
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neglect, he was persuaded by his pals to use websites that are not appropriate
for youngsters in addition to playing various games. It was necessary to handle
this issue, and both parents' and kids' involvement was crucial.
The relationship between loneliness and gaming addiction behaviors
among young people was consistent across gender and age categories. During
times when schools are closed, parental support and monitoring can prevent
children from engaging in problematic gaming activities. The have ramifications
for both game designers and policymakers in terms of prevention and early
intervention.
Recommendation
In view of the findings and conclusion of the study the following
recommendations were advised:
Playing mobile games responsibly There is nothing wrong with
occasionally using a smartphone to play a game. The games are not only among
the best sources of amusement, but they also aid in children's mental renewal.
Kids that are skilled gamers are believed to have higher management and
decision-making skills. Parents must make sure that kids' phone usage continues
to be beneficial and healthy for their development. When utilized properly by
children, technology is a boon, but any improper use turns it against them and
results in an unhealthy addiction.

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Encourage a child to finish his tasks on time. It becomes a winning
gesture for both the parents and the youngster with such a reward. If they finish
their homework or assist you with household duties, give them a reward of some
time to play their preferred mobile game. This will allow you to assign the kids
some vital tasks that they will undoubtedly finish each day while also giving them
time to play their mobile games.

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References
APlusTopper (2021). Mobile Addiction. https://www.aplustopper.com/essay-on-
mobile-addiction/
PSYCOM, (2022). Teenage Cell Phone Addiction: Are You Worried About Your
Child? https://www.psycom.net/cell-phone-internet-addiction
Solstice (2022).. Cellphone Addiction in Teens. https://solsticertc.com/why-are-
teens-addicted-to-cell-phones/
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COLEGIO DE STA. ANA DE VICTORIAS, INC.

Osmeña Ave., Victorias City, Negros Occidental

MOBILE GAMES ADDICTION AMONG CHILDREN: A CASE STUDY

A Case Study Presented to the Faculty

In Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements

This case study focuses on the mobile addiction awareness among

understand the effects of mobile addiction on them. Parents should be

understanding and cooperation of parents and children regarding on the issue is

numerous psychologists and mental health specialists.

everyone is addicted to their phone. While we can dismiss this as a typical

concern. It has an impact on our relationships, health, and employment. (WHO,

According to Zamani (2019), modern cultures' most popular forms of

phones and texting can make our fingers stiff.

has significantly replaced many of our daily physical activities. A survey of

less fit than those who used them less frequently.

The increasing prevalence of computer games among children and

adolescents have made many researcher to determine the effects of these

effects of addiction to computer games on players. Considering the increasing

present study was conducted to investigate the effects of addiction to computer

depression and impaired social functioning.

A study from anti-bullying charity, Cybersmile, reveals that almost half (46

and platforms now and pre-lockdown.

spontaneously. They empower us to find any information we require and are a

the addiction of mobile these days.

engaging discussions rather than the usual good consequences of lecturing.

As a family, monitor usage. When they believe they are being

observed, teens search for workarounds. Make online monitoring a family

Talk to your teenagers about reasonable and healthy

boundaries.Create a check-in policy: Phones, tablets, and laptops should be

Establish screen-free zones. Relationships suffer when people check

occasions. In these circumstances, establish and adhere to screen time limits.

The researchers were able to interview a participant who is hooked to

woke up in the morning. In order to play with my phones every day, he

offensive films and looking at inappropriate photographs. Additionally, he claims

that the effect mobile game addiction among children.

1. Affects Mental Health

have a history of causing or exacerbating mental illnesses like depression.

unrested during the school day.

2. Physical Health Takes a Hit

of the worst repercussions of mobile game addiction. Children frequently avoid

4. Less time to focus on education

The hardest thing for a child to do is to focus on their schoolwork. Since

consequently receive worse grades as a result of the confused concepts.

understanding of children regarding on the effect of mobile addiction to them.

for youngsters in addition to playing various games. It was necessary to handle

The relationship between loneliness and gaming addiction behaviors

children from engaging in problematic gaming activities. The have ramifications

In view of the findings and conclusion of the study the following

recommendations were advised:

Playing mobile games responsibly There is nothing wrong with

to be beneficial and healthy for their development. When utilized properly by

results in an unhealthy addiction.

Encourage a child to finish his tasks on time. It becomes a winning

time to play their mobile games.

APlusTopper (2021). Mobile Addiction. https://www.aplustopper.com/essay-on-

Solstice (2022).. Cellphone Addiction in Teens. https://solsticertc.com/why-are-

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