Applying eXplainable AI Techniques to Interpret Machine Learning Predictive Models for the Analysis of Problematic Internet Use among Adolescents

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https://doi.org/10.5755/j02.eie.36316

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Artificial intelligence, Machine learning, medical services, Addiction

Abstract

This research focusses on the potential application of artificial intelligence (AI) techniques in the analysis of behavioural addictions, specifically addressing problematic Internet use among adolescents. Using tabular data from a representative sample from Serbian high schools, the authors investigated the feasibility of employing eXplainable AI (XAI) techniques, placing special emphasis on feature selection and feature importance methods. The results indicate a successful application to tabular data, with global interpretations that effectively describe predictive models. These findings align with previous research, which confirms both relevance and accuracy. Interpretations of individual predictions reveal the impact of features, especially in cases of misclassified instances, underscoring the significance of XAI techniques in error analysis and resolution. Although AI’s influence on the medical domain is substantial, the current state of XAI techniques, although useful, is not yet advanced enough for the reliable interpretation of predictions. Nevertheless, XAI techniques play a crucial role in problem identification and the validation of AI models.

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2024-04-26

How to Cite

Stanimirovic, A. S., Nikolic, M. S., Jovic, J. J., Ignjatovic Ristic, D. I., Corac, A. M., Stoimenov, L. V., & Peric, Z. H. (2024). Applying eXplainable AI Techniques to Interpret Machine Learning Predictive Models for the Analysis of Problematic Internet Use among Adolescents. Elektronika Ir Elektrotechnika, 30(2), 63-72. https://doi.org/10.5755/j02.eie.36316

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SYSTEM ENGINEERING, COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY