Peran Orangtua Terhadap Penanggulangan Kecanduan Gadget Pada Anak Usia Prasekolah

Abstract

Gadget addiction in children is a new phenomenon that
causes long-term negative effects such as developmental delays, emotional
imbalance and other negative impacts. Research purposes; This research
was conducted with the aim of finding out the role of parents in
overcoming gadget addiction in preschool children. Method; This
research uses a qualitative approach with a descriptive case study type of
research. This research was conducted from November to December 2023
in Selomukti Village, Mlandingan District, Situbondo Regency. The
subjects in this research were 12 parents with children aged 3-6 years.
This research focuses on informants based on certain categories using the
interview method. The data analysis techniques used are data
simplification, data presentation and drawing conclusions. Results;
Parents play a role in the process of overcoming gadget addiction in
preschool children by limiting the use of gadgets. Conclusion; The role of
parents in limiting the use of gadgets in preschool children can reduce the
negative impacts of gadget addiction