Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Faculty Publications Book Chapter Faculty Publications- Book Chapter Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Singha, Ranjit; Yogesh Kanna, Sathyamoorthy Title A name given to the resource Peer Influence on Students Online Addiction Behaviors: Implications for Prevention Strategies Through Multidimensional Addiction Behavior Scale Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 01-01-2025 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Students Online Risk Behaviors: Psychoeducational Predictors, Outcomes, and Prevention;pp.1-19 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context <a href="https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3693-4191-9.ch001" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3693-4191-9.ch001</a> <br /><br /><a href="https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/105007381340?origin=resultslist" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/105007381340?origin=resultslist</a> Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Singha R., Christ University, India; Yogesh Kanna S., Christ University, India Description An account of the resource This chapter explores how peer influence affects students online addiction behaviours, emphasizing peer pressure, social norms, and modelling. It outlines the risks and protective factors in peer interactions, supported by empirical evidence, and considers moderating factors such as peer group dynamics and individual traits. The chapter proposes prevention strategies, including educational programs, peer- led initiatives, and institution- based efforts. It also highlights the Multidimensional Addiction Behaviour Scale (MABS) as a critical tool for assessing addiction across five dimensions-Psychological, Biological, Social and Environmental, Cognitive and Behavioral, Motivation and Readiness for change. MABS is invaluable for detecting, preventing, and intervening in digital addiction by offering comprehensive insights into how peer dynamics influence online behaviours and supporting the development of targeted strategies for healthier digital habits. 2025 by IGI Global Scientific Publishing. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available IGI Global Relation A related resource ISBN: 979-836934192-6; 979-836934191-9; Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Book chapter Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Restricted Access; Hardcopy may be available in the library Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource online