Research Article
Can Gaming be the Bad Escapism?
@INPROCEEDINGS{10.1007/978-3-030-93179-7_24, author={Waralak V. Siricharoen}, title={Can Gaming be the Bad Escapism?}, proceedings={Context-Aware Systems and Applications. 10th EAI International Conference, ICCASA 2021, Virtual Event, October 28--29, 2021, Proceedings}, proceedings_a={ICCASA}, year={2022}, month={1}, keywords={Gaming Escapism Gamer Escapist Technology}, doi={10.1007/978-3-030-93179-7_24} }- Waralak V. Siricharoen
Year: 2022
Can Gaming be the Bad Escapism?
ICCASA
Springer
DOI: 10.1007/978-3-030-93179-7_24
Abstract
Game (Computer Game) is considered one of entertainment activities for many people. Therefore, several people have used technology to flee from technology as the usage rate has been increasing rapidly because of the emergence of the latest technology as well as the increasing speed of internet. In today’s world, technology is considered an essential service, similar to food and alcohol due to several benefits such as for daily activities and work. However, as the usage has been increased, video games or social media can also have advantages, which individuals should also avoid. Although many students use computers for study essentials, building technological skills for work place and learn to combat distraction and procrastination as part of that growth, it is still considered a waste of time especially for those who start to develop an addiction or use as a regular escapism. This paper concluded a number of the researches and facts about taking escapism with gaming too far.
