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  • Neuroscience
  • Psychiatry

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  • Television viewing is a prevalent recreational activity in the U.S.
  • Concerns exist regarding the potential for television viewing to become addictive.
  • This review addresses the definition, causes, prevention, and treatment of television addiction.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To define and describe television addiction.
  • To explore the potential causes of television addiction, including neurobiological, cognitive, and sociocultural factors.
  • To outline strategies for the prevention and treatment of television addiction.

Main Methods:

  • A selective review of existing literature on television addiction.
  • Synthesis of information regarding the characteristics and contributing factors of television addiction.

Main Results:

  • Television addiction is described with its negative consequences and assessment methods.
  • Potential etiologies are discussed, encompassing neurobiological, cognitive, and social/cultural influences.
  • Information on prevention and treatment approaches is provided.

Conclusions:

  • Television addiction may operate similarly to substance use disorders.
  • Additional research is crucial to fully understand and address television addiction.