135. Internet Addiction Among Adolescents in South East Nigeria During COVID 19 Pandemic – Implications for Adolescent Care in the Post Pandemic Era

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The internet and the use of various digital devices are among the most important socialization factors and leisure activities in the lives of adolescents. With the COVID-19 pandemic and its associated restrictions on physical and social interactions, adolescents may escalate their use of internet. Excessive use of the internet can negatively affect their daily routine with adverse health consequences. It is important to know the magnitude of this problem and its associated factors as this would inform the planning of appropriate health and social programs for the adolescents in the post pandemic era.