Excessive Internet Use Research Articles

Pregled saznanja o uticaju pandemije bolesti COVID-19 na mentalno zdravlje i zavisnost od interneta među adolescentima

The COVID-19 pandemic began in China in December 2019, from where it spread throughout the world and caused a serious threat to both physical and mental health. People were afraid due to COVID-19 cases rapidly increasing all over the world and the quick changes in how people lived. Previous studies have clearly linked the pandemic with signs of depression, stress, anxiety, and suicide thoughts, as well as with excessive internet use. This paper provides a comprehensive review of the available scientific findings regarding the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on mental health and internet addiction in adolescents. Having insight into the scientific literature on COVID-19, mental health, and internet addiction, we have concluded that during the COVID-19 pandemic time spent on the internet increased due to reduced social activities, which consequently led to internet addiction and thus to psychological distress, increased loneliness, and depression in adolescents. Early intervention is essential to reduce internet addiction and preserve the mental health of adolescents, especially in conditions of increased social stress due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Navigating the Cyber World: An In-depth Analysis of Internet Usage, Risks, and Influences on Adolescents

This study surveyed aged 10 years and up to learn more about their online habits. In order to learn more about the online habits of this group, the survey asked questions regarding the frequency, duration, and motivations for respondents’ time spent online. The study also looked at high-risk behaviours like excessive screen time, increased social media use, and extended gaming sessions as possible indicators of problematic internet use. Indicators of internet addiction or reliance, such as a disregard for commitments in real life, emotional anguish when not online, and problems managing online use, were also analysed in the study. As an added goal, the research aimed to determine what motivates and drives children to engage in excessive internet use in order to shed light on what kinds of media, apps, or social networking sites are most appealing to children. The research aimed to discover how children’s internet use influences their school performance, health, and social and emotional growth. By achieving these aims, to shed light on the connection between internet use and addiction, giving actionable data that legislators, educators, parents, and medical professionals can utilise to address and mitigate the potential issues that may come from their children’s online use.

Association between social media use and internet addiction among nursing and health technology students: Case study at the Higher Institute of Nursing and Health Technology of Oujda (ISPITSO)

Nowadays, the use of the Internet and social networks has become a widespread practice, seen as a means of meeting various needs necessary for adolescent development. However, excessive use can lead to serious problems such as Problematic Internet Use (PIU), which can adversely affect academic performance. To determine the association between the level of PIU among students at the Higher Institutes of Nursing Professions and Health Techniques of Oujda (HINPHTO) in Morocco and the average duration of internet use, number of social networks, and use of online games, a cross-sectional and analytical study was conducted among 558 students enrolled in the Bachelor’s degree course at the same institution. Data were collected using a self-administered questionnaire consisting of two parts: the first part focused on data regarding social media use, and the second included Young’s (1998) cyber addiction test. The average duration of Internet use was 5 hours and 21 minutes per day (SD=3 hours and 25 minutes). The level of internet addiction is significantly associated with the number of hours spent on the Internet, as well as the number of social networks and online games among nursing and health technology students. These results can serve as a basis for implementing preventive measures to protect nursing students from the potentially harmful effects of excessive Internet use, social networking, and online gaming.

The Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on the Prevalence and Severity of Internet Addiction: Current and Future Public Health Challenges

The coronavirus disease-2019 (COVID-19) pandemic altered the lifestyle of a substantial number of individuals who were compelled to undergo quarantine in their residences. Consequently, they relied heavily on the Internet for studying, online teaching, official meetings, communication, entertainment, conferences, and work. There is a possibility that the pandemic has led to a greater inclination towards internet addiction compared to both pre-pandemic and post-pandemic periods. Internet addiction is a behavioral disorder characterized by excessive and compulsive internet use that interferes with daily life activities. The prevalence of internet addiction has been a concern for several years, with an increasing number of people spending considerable amounts of time online. Several studies provide evidence that the occurrence of internet addiction varies significantly across countries and cultures, with certain regions demonstrating higher rates than others. This review reveals a substantial surge in the prevalence of internet addiction during the COVID-19 pandemic. The most notable discovery is that internet addiction has undergone an almost threefold increase during the COVID-19 pandemic when compared to its occurrence in the previous decade. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Nigeria had the highest recorded prevalence rate of internet addiction, reaching 88.1%. In contrast, Turkey had the lowest observed rate of internet addiction at 4.8%. Accordingly, we stress the importance of enhancing our awareness to recognize internet addiction as a novel global syndrome arising from progressively complex public health and psychosocial circumstances.

Connected minds in disconnected bodies: Exploring the role of interoceptive sensibility and alexithymia in problematic use of the internet

IntroductionThe ever-increasing prominence of the internet and digital technology in our society requires a deeper examination of how these developments alter perception of our bodies and emotions. One such consequence is the emergence of Problematic Use of the Internet (PUI) - an array of compulsive or addictive behaviors mediated by the web that detrimentally affect an individual's functioning. This suggests that some people may be shifting their consciousness from the physical realm to the digital world. The objective of this study was to investigate how shortcomings in interoception (the sensibility to bodily signals) and alexithymia (an inability to identify and express emotions) might contribute to PUI. MethodsThe Internet Addiction Test (IAT), the Toronto Alexithymia Scale (TAS-20), and the Multidimensional Assessment of Interoceptive Awareness (MAIA) were used to assess a sample of 1076 adolescents and young adults aged between 16 and 26 years via an online survey. Data analysis was based on t-test, correlations and multivariate regression. Results26.8% (n = 288) of participants met the criteria for moderate PUI. Individuals with PUI displayed higher levels of alexithymia (p < 0.001) and diminished abilities in certain aspects of interoceptive sensibility, including placing trust in their own bodily signals (p = 0.006), not responding excessively to uncomfortable sensations with worry (p < 0.001), and not denying them (p = 0.006). Multivariate modelling revealed associations between PUI and the following factors: having a boyfriend/girlfriend (aOR = 5.70), substance use (aOR = 1.78), difficulty in identifying feelings (aOR = 1.09), externally oriented thinking (aOR = 1.05), low disposition in perceiving body sensations (aOR = 0.25), tendency to become distracted (aOR = 0.82) or excessively worried (aOR = 0.11) in the face of pain. Furthermore, the analysis indicated how these aspects of body perception may be interrelated, either enhancing or reducing the risk of PUI when examined individually, collectively, or in combination. ConclusionsThis study underlines the potential connection between difficulties in the mind-body interaction and the development of PUI. It suggests a bidirectional relationship between excessive digital device use and distorted bodily interoceptive processes in PUI, reinforcing the notion that individuals struggling with emotion identification and expression may be more prone to excessive internet usage. To further comprehend the relevance of these constructs in PUI, it is necessary to conduct more targeted investigations and longitudinal studies.

Comparing parenting styles: their influence on adolescent’s internet addiction

Excessive internet use in adolescents can lead to addiction, with parental parenting styles playing a pivotal role. This study aimed to analyze the relationship between parents' parenting style and adolescent internet addiction. A cross-sectional study was conducted with a sample of 290 participants using convenience sampling. Two instruments, the Parental Authority Questionnaire (PAQ) and Internet Addiction Test (IAT), were employed for data collection. Statistical analysis, using the Spearman correlation test (p &lt; 0.05), was performed. Findings revealed a significant relationship (p &lt; 0.001, r = 0.253) between an authoritarian paternal parenting style and adolescent internet addiction. A permissive maternal parenting style also exhibited a significant link (p &lt; 0.001, r = 0.319) with internet addiction. This study highlights a clear association between parenting styles and adolescent internet addiction. Parents should balance granting freedom for responsible internet use with setting boundaries, engage in open dialogues, and issue warnings when excessive online time is detected to effectively address this issue.

Adolescents and the Internet: Relationships and Social Competencies in the Physical and Digital World

The excessive use of the Internet by adolescents nowadays is associated with the term “addiction” and seems to affect young people’s functioning in their daily activities, education, interpersonal relationships and mental health. Many studies have highlighted the association of excessive Internet use with lowered subjective well-being feeling, depressive symptoms, problematic behaviors, and a marked decrease in social integration. The aim of this research is to investigate adolescents’ long-term use of the Internet, the impact of this use on their mental health and how this use relates to their social skills and daily activities. Eight adolescents from a provincial seaside area of Attica, aged 14 to 18 years old, participated in the present study and responded to open-ended semi-structured interview questionnaire. The present research was based on the thematic method of qualitative analysis. From the analysis of the data six main thematic categories emerged, such as the Internet and its multitasking use, Companionship and Internet, Emotional effects and social anxiety, Exposure to danger and Getting mature through the internet use. This research shows that social media form a parallel universe for adolescents in which communication and socialization are its main benefits. Moreover, at the end of the article some suggestions/indications for further research on this issue are presented, as it seems that the influence of excessive internet use has consequences in many areas of adolescents’ lives.

Students Well-Being and Internet Use During the Pandemic

The study Internet Use and Students Well-being aimed to investigate the relationship between Internet addiction (generated by excessive Internet use = more than 6 hours/day outside of compulsory activities, more than 3 consecutive months) (Tao R. and all, 2010) and student well-being, depression, and social anxiety in pandemic times when digital consumer behavior has changed due to the specific context. The correlational design was applied in the research carried out on a group of 35 students from years 2 and 3 of the Faculty of Political, Administrative, and Communication Sciences, Babeș Bolyai University, Cluj through a series of scientifically validated tests: Psychological Scale Well, Berlin Social Support Scales, Internet Addiction Test, Self-Reported Stress Questionnaire (PSS), Liebowitz Social Anxiety Scale, DASS21. The results obtained showed positive correlations between the consumption of digital products and well-being (.494), with a statistical significance of 0.003, (≤0.05), and digital consumption and social anxiety (.319) with a statistical significance of 0.002. (≤0.05). In the case of the correlation between digital product consumption and depression, the correlation was negative (-0.228), with no statistical significance188 (≥0.05). Social support / positive relationships with others have proven to be a mediator between well-being and internet consumption. The overall effect of well-being on Internet addiction was positive (0.296), but statistically insignificant (0.708, not ≤0.05). Internet consumption for students who have pursued their academic pursuit digitally is a challenge to maintain the mental or physical well-being of the moment or perspective.

Research of Mutual Connection and Differences Between Academic Procrastination and Excessive Internet Use Among College and University Students

In the educational environment the Internet is a basic and widely used tool for teaching and learning, but along with its use the Internet can also bring many problems to students' lives, if it becomes problematic. However, problematic Internet use can have negative consequences for students, especially when a tendency to procrastinate in their academic tasks develops. The study examines the connection between excessive Internet use and academic procrastination among high school and university students. The carried-out research used a questionnaire method; where a PRIUSS questionnaire to measure problematic Internet use, and a PPS questionnaire to measure academic procrastination were used. The research group consisted of 389 respondents, of whom 205 were university students and 184 were high school students, and the respondents ranged from 16 to 22 years (M = 18.4, SD = 3.16) of age. The study demonstrates a positive significant connection between problematic Internet use and academic procrastination (Sig. &lt; 0.01), and therefore an increase in excessive Internet use increases the level of academic procrastination. The difference between academic procrastination among students at universities and high school students has not been demonstrated (Sig. &gt; 0.05), but the benefit of the work is the knowledge and usability in both psychological and pedagogical practice.

Neural basis underlying the relation between internet addiction tendency and sleep quality: The intrinsic default-mode network connectivity pathways

Internet addiction (IA) tendency is considered an addictive behavior that results from excessive Internet use, and severely affecting an individual's physical health, emotion, and sleep. Although previous studies indicated that IA tendency was negatively correlated with sleep quality, the underlying neural basis of this relationship remained unclear. To address this issue, we utilized resting-state functional connectivity (RSFC) analysis to identify the neural pathways of the relationship between IA tendency and sleep quality. The behavioral results indicated a positive correlation between these two factors. And RSFC results revealed that IA tendency was positively related to the strength of functional connectivity within the default-mode network (DMN), including the right precuneus-left middle temporal gyrus (rPrcu-lMTG), the left anterior cingulate-left superior frontal gyrus (lAC-lSFG), and the left inferior parietal lobe-left medial superior frontal gyrus (lIPL-lMSFG). More importantly, mediation analysis demonstrated that IA tendency could mediate the relationship between these functional couplings and sleep quality. In conclusion, our findings suggest that intrinsic DMN connectivity may be an important neural pathways underlying the effects of IA tendency on sleep quality, and provide neural evidence for understanding the relationship between IA tendency and sleep quality.

Exploring Internet Use, Problematic Behavior, and Their Impact on Mental Health: A Comprehensive Review

This literature review examines the relationship between internet usage, problematic online behaviors, and their impact on the mental health of young adults and adolescents. As the internet and digital technologies become integral to daily life, concerns have grown regarding the consequences of excessive internet use, particularly problematic internet use (PIU). The review starts by systematically assessing the increasing prevalence of internet use among young individuals, emphasizing the need to differentiate regular usage from PIU. It also explores problematic smartphone use and its connection to psychopathology, especially anxiety and depression, which share characteristics with behavioral addiction. Furthermore, the review investigates longitudinal trends in internet use and trust levels among American adults and late adolescents from 1972 to 2012. It reveals a significant decline in trust and confidence, potentially associated with increased internet use. The review also examines the prevalence of Internet Gaming Disorder (IGD) and its co-occurrence with depression, offering insights into the diagnostic criteria for IGD. In summary, this comprehensive literature review underscores the need for further research to understand the evolving dynamics and develop effective interventions related to internet use. It emphasizes the bidirectional relationship between internet use and mental health and highlights the relevance of diminishing trust and confidence. These considerations are vital for shaping strategies to promote mental well-being in the digital age.

Internet Addiction Effects on Bachelor Level Students’ Social Lives

The Internet comprises a vast network of interconnected computers worldwide. It transcends limitations on information access for users and has become a vital dependency for many individuals. This study evaluates the current and potential impact of the Internet on the social lives of bachelor’s level students in Nepalgunj. It examines students’ attitudes towards interpersonal relationships and self-presentation confidence. The Internet plays a pivotal role in enhancing students’ global awareness and knowledge, but concurrently, excessive reliance on it poses a risk to their self-assurance. Data were collected via a questionnaire distributed through online platforms like Google Forms on social media. The findings reveal that 35% of students stay up late to complete college assignments, while 5% do so for family discussions. Additionally, 53% stay up late primarily to browse the Internet, and 7% do so for other reasons. The report concludes that excessive Internet use adversely affects students’ confidence, interpersonal skills, and creativity. This over-reliance diminishes social engagement and reduces the ability to confidently interact, debate, or engage face-to-face. Moreover, Internet addiction hampers students’ creativity, rendering them overly reliant on the Internet to solve challenges.

The Development of a Short Version of the Internet Addiction Test: The IAT-7

AbstractUsing a valid and reliable scale to measure problems associated with excessive internet use is a key element of research on internet addiction (IA). The main goal of the current study was to develop a brief version of the Internet Addiction Test (IAT), the most widely used measure for assessing IA. In Study 1 (N = 463), we combined strict analytic techniques for item reduction with an evaluation of item content, and we compared several CFA and ESEM Models. In Study 2 (N = 374), we applied a Latent Variable Model (LMV) to examine the associations between our proposed short scale and some related variables. Our findings suggested a 7-item version (named IAT-7), with an ESEM structure and two domain-specific factors (F1: Interpersonal, Emotional and Obsessive Conflict; F2: Online Time Management). The IAT-7 showed excellent fit-indices [χ2 = 13.373; df = 8; CFI = .994; TLI = .983; RMSEA = .030 (.000–.073); SRMR = .016; AIC = 9,276.944; BIC = 9,388.662; aBIC = 9,302.971] and an adequate level of internal consistency (alpha and omega &gt; .752). Interpersonal, Emotional and Obsessive Conflict mainly predicted loneliness and depression, whereas Online Time Management was primarily associated with stress, followed by depression. The IAT-7 shows promising psychometric properties and could be used as a screening tool for evaluating IA. Its small number of items makes it more attractive when a large battery of assessment scales is used.

Mediating role of splitting in relation to attachment styles and shopping addiction.

Shopping can provide a sense of satisfaction and pleasure; however, if a person's excessive involvement in this behavior starts to negatively impact other aspects of their life, similar to other addictive behaviors like excessive internet use, gaming, and gambling, it may be classified as pathological. Given the lack of agreement regarding the classification of excessive shopping tendencies as a separate mental health condition or addictive behavior, taking a socio-emotional approach to explore the psychological factors that precede this behavior, may offer a better comprehension of it. The purpose of this study was to examine the relationship between attachment styles and excessive shopping behavior, as well as to investigate the potential mediating effect of defense mechanisms like splitting on this relationship. Using convenience sampling, a group of 457 stock market employees (116 female, 341 male) between the ages of 24 and 60 were recruited. The researchers utilized a set of validated psychological questionnaires to assess the employees attachment styles, shopping addiction, and splitting tendencies. The results obtained from both the mediation model and path analysis suggest that attachment styles do not have a direct relationship with shopping addiction. Nonetheless, the study supports the impact of insecure anxious and avoidan attachment styles on splitting. Furthermore, the findings confirm that splitting has a mediating effect on the relationship between attachment styles and splitting. The present study enhanced our comprehension of the subconscious mechanisms underlying shopping tendencies. Specifically, the findings suggest that excessive tendencies towards shopping can be considered a maladaptive response resulting from insecure attachment styles and the unconscious utilization of the splitting defense mechanism.

Investigation and Research on the Influence of Online Game Behavior on Students' Academic Achievements

With its unique charm, online games attract people, especially college students. Playing online games has become an important part of college students' online life. How to reduce the negative impact of online games on college students has become an urgent problem facing today's society and higher education. Through questionnaire survey, this paper understands the basic situation of college students' use of the Internet and analyzes the influence of online game behavior on students' academic achievements. The survey results show that college students in the sample mainly play online games for three to five hours a day, accounting for 46.5%; Followed by one to three hours, accounting for 28.1%; There are also many students who last for five to eight hours, accounting for 17.9%. In terms of enthusiasm for learning motivation, those with normal internet use are the most enthusiastic, followed by those with excessive internet use and severe internet addiction, and the lowest is those with internet addiction tendency. The purpose of college students playing online games is diversified. Among them, the most important purpose of playing online games is to make many new friends, accounting for 25.7%. Pure entertainment accounts for 31.4%. After college students are addicted to online games, their academic achievements drop rapidly. Accounting for 16.51% of the college students surveyed. Although the factors of social expansion and self-efficacy in the game are significantly related to the participation time of college students in online games, they have no significant contribution to the prediction of participation time. The conclusion of the investigation is helpful for university educators to correctly grasp the online game behavior of college students and carry out targeted educational guidance.

Transformation of internet addiction on the background of social isolation and security crisis

Aim — based on the analysis of the characteristics of Internet addiction, identify its peculiarities on the background of social isolation and security crisis. Materials and methods. The study was conducted on a contingent of 120 respondents (students of higher education) aged 18 to 23, who have experience of permanent stay in conditions of social isolation in Ukraine (2020—2023), with established Internet-addiction according to Internet Addiction Test (K. Young, 1998) and Internet Use Disorders Identification Test (Linskiy I. V., Minko A. I., Artemchuk A. P. et al., 2009). The distribution of the contingent by gender was symmetrical. The research method is a structured psychological interview. Study results. In our analysis, it becomes evident that the excessive utilization of the Internet does not merely align with a series of non-chemical addictions; rather, it operates as a facilitative mechanism for a broad range of behavioral and psychological transgressions, which arise as an interconnected functional entity. Within this multifaceted spectrum, we discern two discrete categories: the formation of compulsive behavior patterns and the justification of pre-existing behavior abnormalities. Compulsive behavior patterns include compulsive gaming and gambling behavior, compulsive social media use, compulsive pornography consumption, news-related compulsive behavior. Formation of compulsive behavior patterns associated with problematic excessive use of Internet have such mechanisms: openness and accessibility of hyper-stimulating content, reinforcement and rewards with feedback loops, social comparison, escapism and avoidance, information overload. Justification of pre-existing behavior abnormalities associated with problematic excessive use of Internet include reinforcement of attention-seeking and provocative behaviors; reinforcement of rude and violent behaviors, reinforcement of self-harm and destructive behaviors, progressive reinforcement of deviant sexuality, reinforcement of cult-like behavior. Noticed underlying mechanisms: echo chambers, disinhibition due to anonymity, group polarization and competitive dynamics. Conclusions. Behavioral and psychological disorders linked to problematic excessive Internet use do not fit neatly into a singular pathological disorder classification within current assessment frameworks that may trivialize Internet addiction as a mere form of non-chemical addiction. Instead, in the contemporary context, it is imperative to examine and thoroughly evaluate the intricate array of behavioral and psychological disorders that manifest through Internet usage. Key words: Internet, addiction, Internet addiction, compulsions, behavior violations

Unraveling the impact of technology on immunological learning: What is the immune system listening to?

Excessive internet use and social media exposure have raised concerns about their impact on human health. They can lead to neurological dysfunctions, mood swings, sleep disorders, and reduced physical activity. While the effects on immune activity are not well-studied, excessive social media use may indirectly affect it. Excessive noise, a common element in social media content, can have negative effects on immunity, including inflammatory changes. Music, on the other hand, has been shown to have a positive impact on immune functions by inducing relaxation and relieving anxiety and stress. The relationship between sound, music, and immunological changes is still being explored. Our hypothesis suggests that as noise has been found to disrupt the composition of the intestinal microbiota, leading to dysbiosis, it can also compromise the immune response. Dysregulated microbiota can induce inflammation, impair the intestinal barrier, and alter immune cell functions, affecting immune responses in other parts of the body. Considering the interdependence between the intestinal microbiota and the immune system, it is important to understand the impact of noise on immunological competence. Implementing strategies that promote a coherent, appropriate, and healthy use of technology can enhance the performance of the immune system and other bodily systems, prevent the development of diseases in the present, and mitigate the risk of future complications.

Problematic Internet Use in Undergraduate Health Science Students at a Remote Place of Nepal: a Cross-Sectional Study

Background: Problematic internet use (PIU) is a growing concern among teenage and college students. Excessive internet use has detrimental effects on physical and mental health. This study aims to assess the computer usage pattern and calculate the frequency of PIU in undergraduate health science students at Karnali Academy of Health Sciences, Jumla, a remote place of Nepal. Methods: A cross-sectional questionnaire-based study was conducted from October to November 2022. Data were collected from all the undergraduate students who consented to participate. The questionnaire included students’ computer-related behaviours. PIU was defined as a score of 42 or above on the PIU questionnaire. Data were analyzed by descriptive and analytical statistics, keeping p value &lt;0.05 as significant. Results: Among 127 students, majority used smartphones and laptops, primarily for social media. The mean duration of internet use was 6.09±2.63 years, with an average daily use of 2.54±2.05 hours on weekdays and 3.88±2.2 hours on weekends. The prevalence of PIU among the participants was 43.3%, which was not significantly different by gender (p=0.094). The PIU score was positively correlated with annual income of family, years of internet use, and daily screen and internet use time (p&lt;0.05). Conclusion: PIU is prevalent among undergraduate health science students at Karnali Academy. The findings emphasize the need for awareness, guidance, and proper planning to promote healthy internet usage habits among students. Educational institutions should play an active role in implementing strategies to address PIU and support students for a healthy internet use.

Internet Addiction among a Sample of Ain Shams University Students: A Cross Sectional Study

Introduction Internet addiction (IA) is one of the addictive behaviors with a significant public health importance. Aim of the Work To measure the prevalence of Internet Addiction among Ain Shams university students, to identify different risk factors contributing to IA among them, and to identify the relationship between IA and self-esteem. Materials andMethods A crosssectional study was conducted among a sample of 1308 students from six faculties covering both Practical and literal faculties at Ain Shams University using self-administered questionnaire that include demographic characteristics, Internet related data, validated Arabic version of young’s internet addiction scale and Rosenberg’s self-esteem scale. Results 89.7% of studied students had IA and 77.5% of the students had normal self-esteem. The majority of students (91.9%) used mobile phones to access the internet and (94.3%) accessed it from their homes. Face-book was the most used social media platform and most of students logged on the internet for social networking (87.5%). IA decreased with age advancement and increased for students living with their families. Internet addiction decreased with the improvement of students’ academic performance. IA was related to internet usage purposes in the form of studying activities, the social application used such as Instagram and twitter and the daily usage time. IA was significantly associated with Low self-esteem. Conclusions and recommendations Level of IA was high among Ain hams University students and it was associated with Low self-esteem. Awareness interventional campaign about the harmful consequences of excessive internet usage become an urgent issue.

Parental rejection and control: Potential risks for excessive Internet usage among adolescents.

Internet addiction is an emergent health hazard among adolescents, especially after COVID19. Parenting factors in a family environment specifically, have potential roles in either causing excessive internet usage, or in protecting teenagers from internet addiction. The aim of the study was to understand factors in parent-adolescent relationship that determine low and excessive internet usage. A total of 102 adolescents within the age group of 13 to 18 years from two different schools in urban Bengaluru, India were recruited. Data was collected using three instruments namely semi structured tool to assess socio-demographic characteristics, Young's internet addiction test for internet usage and parental bonding instrument for adolescent perception about parenting dimensions. Half of the participants were found to have mild to severe levels of internet addiction, and the remaining half had normal levels of internet usage. The results showed that decreased care and increased control from the mother, high autonomy from father and increased rejection from both parents as risk factors associated with adolescent internet excessive use. No other significant associations were found between adolescents' demographic, academic, peer and school profile and their internet addiction. As internet has become an inevitable part of our life, parent-adolescent relationship forms an essential moderating factor in adolescents' internet usage.