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Published on: November 9, 2019
Internet Addiction and Other Behavioral Addictions
Alicia Grattan Jorgenson1, Ray Chih-Jui Hsiao1, Cheng-Fang Yen2
1Seattle Children's Hospital, 4800 Sand Point Way NE, Mailstop OA.5.154, Seattle, WA 98105, USA.
Abstract:
The Internet is increasingly influential in the lives of adolescents. Although there are many positives, there are also risks related to excessive use and addiction. It is important to recognize clinical signs and symptoms of Internet addiction (compulsive use, withdrawal, tolerance, and adverse consequences), treat comorbid conditions (other substance use disorders, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, anxiety, depression, and hostility), and initiate psychosocial interventions. More research on this topic will help to provide consensus on diagnostic criteria and further clarify optimal management.
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