What is it about?

This study looks at how playing online games before bedtime affects sleep problems like insomnia in middle school students. It focuses on gender differences and their impact on sleep quality. The research found that playing games before sleep can lead to more insomnia among female students compared to males. This information can help educators and parents address sleep issues in teens more effectively.

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Why is it important?

Our study brings a fresh perspective to the impact of online gaming on sleep quality among adolescents. By specifically considering gender differences, we shed light on how this behavior affects boys and girls differently. This timely research offers valuable insights into a growing concern in the digital age – how online activities before sleep can disrupt teenagers' rest. The findings can aid educators, parents, and healthcare professionals in devising targeted strategies to address sleep problems and promote healthier habits among adolescents, making it a crucial read for anyone concerned about the well-being of today's youth.

Perspectives

The unique approach of examining this issue from a gender perspective adds depth to our understanding of how these activities can influence sleep quality differently for boys and girls. In today's digital age, where online gaming is increasingly popular among young people, our research highlights the need for tailored interventions to promote healthier sleep habits. I believe that our findings will contribute to a more comprehensive approach to addressing sleep disorders and enhancing the well-being of adolescents in the context of their technology use.

Mr Ferry Efendi
Universitas Airlangga

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This page is a summary of: Insomnia Status of Middle School Students in Indonesia and Its Association with Playing Games before Sleep: Gender Difference, International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, January 2021, MDPI AG,
DOI: 10.3390/ijerph18020691.
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