• Tarushi Srivastava
• Dr. Shivali Sharma

This study aimed to explore the potential connection between gaming addiction and aggressive behavior in young adults. A sample of 100 young adults from age range 18 -25 years, including males and females’ participants participated in this cross-sectional study were approached by purposive sampling. Correlational research design was employed. The data were collected using two questionnaires: Internet Gaming Disorder Scale (IGDS-SF) and The Buss Perry Aggression Questionnaire (BPAQ). The data was analyzed through Statistical Package for the Social Sciences. The findings revealed a significant positive correlation between gaming addiction and aggressive behavior in young adults. As the severity of gaming addiction increased, so did the frequency of aggressive behavior displayed by the participants. This suggests that individuals with higher levels of gaming addiction are more likely to engage in aggressive actions, both in virtual gaming environments and real-life interactions. The results of this study contribute to the existing literature on gaming addiction and its potential consequences. Understanding the positive correlation between gaming addiction and aggressive behavior in young adults is crucial for developing effective prevention and intervention strategies. By targeting gaming addiction and promoting healthy gaming habits, educators, mental health professionals, and policymakers can mitigate the risk of aggressive behavior among young adults.

Gaming Addiction, Aggressive Behavior, Virtual Gaming, Young Adults, Cross-sectional

"Gaming Addiction and Aggressive Behavior in Young Adults", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.11, Issue 4, page no.o671-o681, April-2024, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2404F93.pdf

"Gaming Addiction and Aggressive Behavior in Young Adults", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.11, Issue 4, page no. ppo671-o681, April-2024, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2404F93.pdf