Perfectionistic Parenting Linked to Compulsive Gaming.

Perfectionistic parental attitudes can indirectly lead to compulsive gaming behaviors in children, according to a study published in Computers in Human Behavior. The study found that parental criticism and high expectations were linked to self-critical perfectionism, which in turn was associated with maladaptive reactions to failure when gaming. Over-engagement, such as rumination and self-blame, was found to play a role in the development of gaming disorder symptoms. The study highlights the importance of considering parental influences in understanding the development of gaming disorder.