| Summary: | This study examined the relationship between family socioeconomic status (SES) and adolescent internet gaming disorder (IGD). A total of 94 schools were invited to participate in the study; 3123 students were enrolled from 32 schools, and data were collected through a self-report survey. The Family Affluence Scale (FAS) was used to assess SES, and the Internet Gaming Use-Elicited Symptom Screen (IGUESS) was used to measure IGD risk. Statistical analysis involved ANOVAs, chi-square tests, logistic regression, exploratory factor analysis, and latent factor analysis (LCA). SES, as measured by the FAS, significantly influenced IGD risk. The low-affluence group had a higher risk of IGD than the high-affluence group (OR = 2.051). The findings highlight the importance of interventions for low-affluence adolescents in addressing IGD. In particular, the LCA analysis found that underprivileged children are a more vulnerable group to IGD. The FAS can be used to conduct practical assessments and aid in these efforts.
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