Gaming Disorder in sexual and gender minorities

Authors

  • Matheus Coutinho Alves Hospital de Clínicas de Porto Alegre, Porto Alegre, RS, Brasil
  • Andressa Goldman Ruwel Hospital de Clínicas de Porto Alegre, Porto Alegre, RS, Brasil
  • Cristhian Ferreira Falleiro Hospital de Clínicas de Porto Alegre, Porto Alegre, RS, Brasil
  • Caroline Souza Hospital de Clínicas de Porto Alegre, Porto Alegre, RS, Brasil
  • Sabrina Rodrigues da Silva Hospital de Clínicas de Porto Alegre.
  • Felix Henrique Paim Kessler Hospital de Clínicas de Porto Alegre

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.32467/issn.1982-1492v20n2a8

Keywords:

Internet addiction disorder; Sexual and gender minorities; Video Game addiction; Prejudice; Technology addiction.

Abstract

Introduction: Electronic games are now recognized as a mental health issue, especially within the LGBTQIA+ community. Objective: To explore the effects of gaming disorder in the LGBTQIA+ population. Method: The narrative review addressed gaming habits and gaming disorder in sexual and gender minorities, utilizing PubMed, Google Scholar, Embase, and Web of Science. Out of 1640 studies, only 3 focused on gaming disorder in this population. Result: LGBTQ+ consumers spend more on digital games. LGBTQIA+ players engage more in identity exploration games, possibly linked to minority stress. Discussion: Sexual minorities face a higher risk of gaming disorder. For LGBTQIA+ individuals, games can serve as an escape and support platform, but problematic use may be associated with negative psychiatric outcomes. Conclusion: Online games have the potential as support tools for minorities, but evidence is limited. Further research is needed to better understand the relationship between game use and mental health in the LGBTQIA+ population.

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Published

2023-12-01

How to Cite

Alves, M. C., Ruwel, A. G., Falleiro, C. F., Souza, C., Silva, S. R. da, & Kessler, F. H. P. (2023). Gaming Disorder in sexual and gender minorities. Vínculo - Revista Do NESME, 2(20). https://doi.org/10.32467/issn.1982-1492v20n2a8

Issue

Vol. 2 No. 20 (2023): Vínculo - Revista do NESME

Section

Artigos Teóricos

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