Annotation:
The article is devoted to the problem of computer addiction in adults, which has been
insufficiently studied in comparison with the adolescent audience.
Objective to analyze the causes of addiction, including professional necessity, the search for
emotional release, social isolation and personal factors (anxiety, low self-regulation).
Сorrelation analysis showed that the key predictors of addiction are anxiety (r=0.68),
emotional burnout (r=0.72) and low self-control (r=0.65). A study of 250 respondents revealed that
12 % have pronounced signs of addiction, 38 % have a moderate level. Men are more likely to be
addicted to online games and computer work, while women are more likely to be addicted to social
media and Internet surfing. Addiction leads to increased anxiety (87 %), irritability (74 %), family
conflicts (56 %), and decreased productivity (64 %).
Results and their significance correction strategies have been developed, including selfregulation
methods, cognitive behavioral techniques, and social measures. Pilot testing showed that
self-regulation reduced addiction in 75 % of participants, cognitive behavioral therapy increased selfcontrol
in 68 %. The results obtained confirm the hypothesis of severe computer addiction in adults
and allow us to recommend the proposed strategies for prevention and correction.
Year of release:
2025
Number of the journal:
1(97)
Heading: Pedagogy and psychology
English
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