1. The Psychology behind Social Media and Internet Gaming Addiction
🕒 Date: 23 July 2024 (Tuesday) | Time: 7-8pm (SGT)
In an era dominated by digital connectivity, the influence of social media and internet gaming on our lives is undeniable. But is that necessarily a bad thing? Many viewed these platforms as an escape from life's challenges, offering a welcome distraction.
However, can they become such a distraction that they contribute negatively to your life?
A study by James Cook University, Singapore revealed that individuals with social media addiction (SMA) and internet gaming disorder (IGD) tend to engage in bedtime procrastination, leading to poorer sleep quality.
So, what exactly is a healthy balance of self-care and indulgence?
Join us in a virtual masterclass by Dr Peter Chew as we explore the good and bad of social media and internet gaming. In this session you will also:
- Learn about the psychological criteria that define one as having social media addiction (SMA) and internet gaming disorder (IGD).
- Discover the risk factors of SMA and IGD, and the interventions to mitigate them.
- Participate in an interactive activity to determine your levels of SMA and IGD.
Speaker Profile
 | Associate Professor Peter Chew Associate Professor, Psychology Dr Peter Chew is an Associate Professor in Psychology at James Cook University Singapore (JCUS). His primary area of research focus is on behavioural addictions (e.g., Internet gaming disorder). |