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Overall, direct and indirect effect of personality traits on Internet Addiction mediated by Hopelessness.
| Type of Effect: | Openness to Experience | Emotional Stability | Conscientiousness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall effect | −0.04 ** | −0.17 ** | −0.26 ** |
| Direct effect | - | −0.11 | −0.24 ** |
| Indirect effect | −0.04 ** | −0.07 ** | −0.03 * |
* p < 0.05; ** p < 0.01.
