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Surfing into trouble? How internet use influences early adolescent behavior through diverse pathways?

Psychology

Surfing into trouble? How internet use influences early adolescent behavior through diverse pathways?

X. Zhu, W. Li, et al.

This research by Xingchen Zhu, Wencan Li, Haohan Zhao, and Jinsheng Hu uncovers the surprising link between internet use and externalizing problem behaviors among 1155 Chinese early adolescents. Discover how self-education expectations and peer relationships shape these behaviors and reveal significant gender and geographical differences in impact.

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Abstract
This research investigates the link between internet use and externalizing problem behaviors in 1155 Chinese early adolescents (ages 11-14). Findings reveal a positive correlation between internet use and externalizing behaviors. Self-education expectations and peer relationships mediate this link, with internet use indirectly influencing behaviors through these mediating factors. The study also finds significant gender and geographical location differences, with greater negative impacts observed in males and rural areas.
Publisher
HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES COMMUNICATIONS
Published On
Oct 24, 2024
Authors
Xingchen Zhu, Wencan Li, Haohan Zhao, Jinsheng Hu
Tags
internet use
externalizing behaviors
early adolescents
mediating factors
gender differences

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