Keyword: «computer addiction»

this article presents the results of studies of the level of development of gaming computer addiction in younger adolescents. The data obtained are analyzed both in terms of the level of development of a gaming computer addiction, and for each of its indicators. A psychological interpretation of the results obtained, including an analysis of the causes of gaming computer addiction in adolescents, is given.

This article addresses the problem of computer gaming addiction in younger adolescents. About 35% of adolescents, according to research, are affected by computer games. A theoretical analysis of research on this topic is given. The features of the manifestation of gaming computer addiction in younger adolescents are analyzed. The authors reveal the idea of correcting computer gaming addiction in younger adolescents through the development of self-determination in them. According to scientists, the development of self-determination can be the antipode of dependent behavior, including dependence on computer games. The characteristic of the concept of self-determination and the possibilities of its development with the aim of correcting computer gaming addiction in younger adolescents is given. Self-determination as a meaningful and responsible manifestation of freedom is a condition for the harmonious development of a person who does not have any dependencies.