The present study examined the relationships between technological addiction, depression, and Hikikomori tendencies, aiming to establish a directional model that explores their connections with Hikikomori risk factors. In two studies (Study 1: cross-sectional, N = 182; Study 2: quasi-experimental, N = 141), we found that technological addiction, depression, and Hikikomori risk factors were positively correlated with Hikikomori tendencies among young adults. Crucially, the impact of technological addiction on Hikikomori tendencies was mediated by depression and Hikikomori risk factors. The results suggest that technological addiction may contribute to increased depression among young adults, which in turn leads to Hikikomori-related risk behaviours (e.g., avoiding school or work) and ultimately results in the development of Hikikomori. Recommendations for interventions to mitigate Hikikomori tendencies and the influence of demographic factors (e.g., gender and geographical location) on Hikikomori are also addressed.

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Introduction and Presentation by Dr Patrick Lin
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Dr Patrick Lin Associate Professor, Psychology James Cook University (Singapore Campus) Patrick Lin graduated from York University, Toronto, Canada and received the Academic Achievement Award for his specialized honours in psychology (B.A. Spec. Hons.) in 2004. He then went on to complete his Master of Social Sciences (2007) and PhD (2015) in psychology at the National University of Singapore (NUS). He lectures research methods, statistics, and social psychology at James Cook University, Singapore Campus. Patrick’s main research interests are pertinent to interpersonal attraction and effects of priming. Currently, he is also looking at impact of social withdrawal and factors related to social withdrawal (Hikikomori phenomenon).

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