Gender Differences in Smartphone Addiction Behaviors Associated With Parent–Child Bonding, Parent–Child Communication, and Parental Mediation Among Korean Elementary School Students

Abstract

The study provides insights into SA behaviors and predictors of SA behaviors among children based on gender differences. Development of SA behavior prevention programs is needed, not only for children but also to teach parents to use active safety mediation and restrictive mediation for boys and better communication and active use mediation for girls.