The Role of Digital Game Addiction Tendencies in Explaining Preschool Children's Resilience

Abstract

The purpose of this study is to examine the relationship between digital game addiction tendencies and resilience among preschool-aged children. The study included a sample of 424 parents of preschool children, 51.6% (n=219) female and 48.3% (n=205) male, residing in Istanbul. Data were collected using the socialemotional well-being and resilience scale for preschool children and the digital game addiction tendency scale. Descriptive statistics, Pearson Correlation Analysis, and Simple Linear Regression Analysis were employed to analyze the data. The findings reveal a significant negative relationship between digital game addiction and resilience, with digital game addiction accounting for 23% of the variance in resilience levels. Furthermore, digital game addiction was identified as a significant negative predictor of resilience. The results were interpreted in light of the existing literature, and recommendations were proposed to support healthy child development and mitigate the risks associated with digital game addiction.