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Area of Science:

  • Behavioral Science
  • Psychiatry
  • Neuroscience

Background:

  • The concept of "Internet addiction" is being considered for diagnostic systems like the DSM-5.
  • Research on problematic internet use (PIU) often uses traditional addiction frameworks, but the line between addiction and modern lifestyles is unclear.
  • The idea of "behavioral addictions" is emerging, focusing on neurobiological mechanisms like brain reward systems, independent of specific substances.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To discuss and reflect on the challenges and implications of classifying "behavioral addictions" based on neurobiological models.
  • To analyze data from a Swedish survey on internet use to understand the prevalence and predictors of problematic internet use.

Main Methods:

  • A Swedish survey on internet use was conducted with 1,147 respondents.
  • Data analysis focused on prevalence of internet use, time spent online, social effects, and self-reported problems related to internet use.
  • Statistical analysis identified predictors of problematic internet use indicators.

Main Results:

  • 85% of Swedes use the internet, with average home use at 9.8 hours/week; only 5% exceed 30 hours/week.
  • While many report positive social effects (more contacts), a decline in face-to-face interactions was noted.
  • Approximately 40% reported at least one problem related to internet use, but only 1.8% reported all addressed problems. Age, time spent online, gaming, and computer skills were significant predictors.

Conclusions:

  • The study highlights the complexity of defining "Internet addiction" and "behavioral addictions" within existing diagnostic frameworks.
  • Problematic internet use is prevalent but often mild, with specific time-consuming activities being key risk factors.
  • Further research is needed to refine diagnostic criteria for behavioral addictions, considering neurobiological and lifestyle factors.