Table 3.
(Study 1) Descriptive statistics for online gaming positive consequences survey items.
Adapted from Table 2 in Snodgrass et al. 2017a.
| Item | Descriptor | % Responding “Agree” | Answer Key |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 | Positive anticipation | 93.3 | Agree |
| 17 | Mood improvement | 84.8 | Agree |
| 18 | Life focus and purpose | 66.5 | Agree |
| 19 | Adrenaline and energy rushes | 95.8 | Agree |
| 20 | Positive testing of limits | 34 | Disagree |
| 21 | Calm and controlled | 94.9 | Agree |
| 22 | Positive routine | 57.7 | Agree |
| 23 | Testing limits | 94.5 | Agree |
| 24 | Enjoyable repetition | 76.8 | Agree |
| 25 | Preferred hobby | 89.7 | Agree |
| 26 | Positive distraction | 82 | Agree |
| 27 | Growth and evolution | 96.6 | Agree |
| 28 | Social connection | 78 | Agree |
| 29 | Expanded POV | 82.1 | Agree |
| 30 | Social belonging | 86.8 | Agree |
| 31 | Positive anonymity | 49.4 | Agree |
| 32 | Strengthened relationships | 78 | Agree |
| 33 | Positive social obligation | 85.1 | Agree |
| 34 | Satisfying labor | 95.7 | Agree |
| 35 | Increased confidence | 66.8 | Agree |
| 36 | Career and life advancement | 73.7 | Agree |
| Average | Items 16–36 | 79.2 | Agree |