The role of religious parenting in preventing Roblox addiction and promoting healthy child development

Ahmad, Noorlila and Abd. Rahman, Siti Fatimah and Mad Baguri, Ezza (2027) The role of religious parenting in preventing Roblox addiction and promoting healthy child development. In: Digital Childhood and the Ethics of Parental Decision-Making: Faith, Policy, and Privacy. IGI Global Scientific Publishing, USA, pp. 237-404. ISBN 9798260046593

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Abstract

The contemporary digital landscape for children is shaped by the metaverse, with platforms such as Roblox serving as major virtual communities and social economies. Many children in middle childhood encounter online interaction through such spaces, which can support creativity and learning but also pose risks of excessive engagement and behavioral dependency. The World Health Organization recognizes gaming disorder as a clinical concern, highlighting the importance of responsible digital habits. Religious parenting offers a protective framework by emphasizing moral values, discipline and balanced technology use. This chapter explores how faith- based parenting strategies contribute to healthy child development and digital well- being, integrating insights from education and psychology to guide responsible media engagement.

Item Type:	Book Chapter
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Parenting, Child Development, Religious, Roblox, Gaming
Subjects:	L Education > L Education (General) L Education > LC Special aspects of education L Education > LC Special aspects of education > LC905 Islamic Education
Kulliyyahs/Centres/Divisions/Institutes (Can select more than one option. Press CONTROL button):	Kulliyyah of Education > Department of Educational Psychology & Counseling Kulliyyah of Education > Department of Language & Literacy Kulliyyah of Education
Depositing User:	Dr Noorlila Ahmad
Date Deposited:	22 Oct 2026 14:59
Last Update:	22 Oct 2026 14:59
Queue Number:	2026-10-Q5785
URI:	http://irep.iium.edu.my/id/eprint/132188
Indexed In:	UNSPECIFIED

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