A Study to Assess the Behavior Changes Related to Mobile Phone Games among Adolescent Students at Selected School in Sasaram

Abstract

Behavior change refers to any transformation or modification of human behavior, such as aggressive, violent, or hyper-aggressive behavior. The rise of mobile phone games has had a noticeable impact on adolescent behavior, often influencing their social interactions, academic performance, mental health, and daily routines. This study was conducted among 60 adolescent students at selected schools in Sasaram who frequently played mobile phone games. The findings revealed that 6.66% of students had mild behavior changes, 60% had moderate changes, and 33.33% had severe changes. No statistically significant association was found between behavior changes and demographic variables. The study highlights the impact of excessive mobile gaming on adolescent behavior and suggests that interventions are required to minimize these effects.