Prevalence Of Sleep Problems Among Those With Internet Gaming Disorder In Singapore
- Author:
Pratika Satghare
;
Edimansyah Abdin
;
Janhavi Ajit Vaingankar
;
Boon Yiang Chua
;
Shirlene Pang
;
Siow Ann Chong
;
Mythily Subramaniam
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
Internet Gaming Disorder, Sleep Problems, Internet Survey, Psychological Distress, Education Status
- From:ASEAN Journal of Psychiatry
2016;17(2):188-198
- CountryMalaysia
- Language:English
-
Abstract:
Internet gaming disorder (IGD) involves the excessive use of Internet
games that can cause negative consequences like sleep problems, psychological
distress, depression and anxiety. It is widely assumed that IGD is closely related
with sleep problems, but studies on the topic are scant. Our study aims to
explore the association between IGD and sleep problems. Methods: A total of
1085 participants, aged 13-40 years old reported playing Internet games in this
self-administered, web-based survey. The instruments used for the study were
socio-demographic questions, IGD Questionnaire, Life Satisfaction Scale,
General Health Questionnaire-12 and Insomnia Severity Index. The cut-off point
of 10 and above was used to establish the prevalence of sleep problems in this
study. Logistic regression analysis was used to explore the association between
socio-demographic factors, IGD and sleep problems. Results: The prevalence of
sleep problems among those with IGD was 28.2%. Female online gamers
(adjusted odds ratio, OR=0.7, 95% confidence interval (CI) = 0.5-0.9) were more
likely to have sleep problems than males. Participants with secondary education
(adjusted OR=1.9, 95% CI=1.2-3.0) and post- secondary education (adjusted
OR=2.7, 95% CI= 1.2-6.0) were more likely to have sleep problems than those
who had completed university. Participants with DSM-5 IGD were more likely to
have sleep problems. Psychological distress (adjusted OR 4.8, 95% CI=3.6-6.7)
and life satisfaction (B = -3.1, 95% CI= -4.0 to -2.2) was associated with sleep
problems. Conclusion: Prevalence of sleep problems with IGD is higher among
female gamers and is associated with increased psychological distress and
decreased life satisfaction. Integrated health management is needed to promote
good sleep hygiene among those diagnosed with IGD. ASEAN Journal of
Psychiatry, Vol. 17 (1): July – December 2016: XX XX.
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