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KMID : 0379220100300030727
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Journal of Korea Gerontological Society
2010 Volume.30 No. 3 p.727 ~ p.741
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A Study of the Relationship between Computer Game Use and Psychosocial Development in Mid-to Later Adulthood
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An Jeong-Shin
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Abstract
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To examine the relationship between computer game use and psychosocial development in mid-to later adulthood, this study included 486 adults over 50 years old with computer game use, self-esteem, generativity, psychological well-being, relationship with children and grandchildren. Results showed that the adults in mid to later adulthood using computer game reported diverse attractive characteristics of computer game and game helped their daily life in diverse dimensions. Second, the adults using computer game reported higher self-esteem than the one not using it. Finally, the adults who perceived the computer game more positive reported better relationships with children and grandchildren, higher generativity, and higher psychological well-being. Based on the research results, developing of adult education program using computer game as a way of recreation was discussed.
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KEYWORD
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computer game use, self-esteem, generativity, psychological well-being, relationship with children, relationship with grandchildren
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