The Impact of Computer Games on the Intrapersonal and Interpersonal Skills among Grade 6 Pupils of San Bartolome Elementary School

Abstract

The explosive growth of the internet has been accompanied by an increase in problematic behaviors related to its application. Individuals with problematic Internet use reported a compelling need for them to devote significant time to it even though it impairs their mental and psychological well-being, peer and family interactions, and academic performance. The clinical features of the behavioral problems related to internet use have been described in various ways, “Internet addiction”, “pathological Internet users”, and “problematic Internet used”. All of these made an impact on the interpersonal skills of student’s behaviors. This study used the descriptive method in gathering and collecting data about present existing conditions. This aims to identify the impact of computer games on intrapersonal and interpersonal skills among grade 6 pupils at San Bartolome Elementary School, using the survey questionnaires to thirty (30) pupils. Data were tallied, tabulated and analyzed using percentages, ranking, and weighted mean. Based on the gathered data, the majority of the respondents are 12 -13 years old, male, with parents having ₱5,000 to ₱10,000 monthly income, using cellphones from 30 minutes to 1 hour daily. They said that playing computer games results in being an eager beaver, having low self-esteem, lack of confidence, and feeling bad about oneself. They felt unlovable, awkward, or incompetent. The findings showed that students should focus on their academics, sports, and games so they may improve their critical thinking. Teachers should provide more activities and assignments on the use of the computer through Google and Youtube. However, parents should always regulate and monitor their children's computer time usage.