Beyond The Screen: Unpacking The Impact of Excessive Gaming on Student Learning and Well-Being

Syaiful Rizal, Santy Dinar Permata

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This study aims to examine the negative impacts of excessive online gaming on students' sleep quality, concentration, and academic achievement. Using the Systematic Literature Review (SLR) method, an analysis was conducted of 15 selected relevant articles. The results of the study indicate a negative correlation between high game playing duration and decreased learning motivation, disrupted sleep patterns, and low academic achievement. The habit of playing until late at night causes fatigue, difficulty focusing, and low learning commitment. Psychologically, students who are addicted to games also tend to experience emotional symptoms such as anxiety, irritability, and social withdrawal. From a developmental theory perspective, game addiction can hinder concrete cognitive development, interfere with identity achievement, and weaken self-regulation skills. These findings emphasize the importance of digital literacy and the active role of parents and teachers in limiting playtime and supporting students' digital activities. This study recommends the development of preventive strategies and educational curricula that emphasize a balance between digital entertainment and academic responsibility to support students' holistic development..

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