EXPLORING THE INFLUENCE OF MOBILE GAME ADDICTION ON THE ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT OF GRADE 11-PUNZALAN STUDENTS

This study used both qualitative and quantitative methods to gain a betterunderstanding of how mobile gaming influences students' behavior, study habits,physical well-being, and academic obligations. The quantitative component included58 respondents who completed a validated 10-item Likert-scale survey that assessedgaming habits, academic distractions, sleep problems, physical symptoms, and copingstrategies. The study was conducted using weighted averages, frequencydistributions, and Pearson’s correlations. The qualitative component included semi-structured interviews with ten participants, and thematic analysis revealed four majorthemes: First, gaming for enjoyment and escape, second physical discomfort andsleep loss, third difficulty managing academic responsibilities, and fourth attempts tocontrol gaming behavior. Triangulation revealed a substantial convergence betweenthe numerical patterns and students' personal narratives.Findings indicate thatexcessive gaming leads to reduced focus, sleep deprivation, decreased motivation,and academic neglect. This study recommends enhanced digital literacy programs,guidance counseling initiatives, and responsible gaming habits among learners.