Treatment Of Internet Addiction Research Articles

Analysis of the Impact of Student Internet Addiction on Self-Efficacy and Countermeasures after the Resumption of Classes During the COVID-19 Pandemic

This study aims to investigate the impact of internet addiction on the self-efficacy of middle school students after the resumption of classes during the COVID-19 pandemic, and to analyze corresponding countermeasures. In the field of education, the application of self-efficacy has significant implications. Enhancing individual self-efficacy plays an important role in the prevention and treatment of internet addiction. There is a negative correlation between internet addiction and self-efficacy, meaning that the higher the level of internet addiction, the lower the self-efficacy of middle school students. Based on this, this paper proposes interventions to enhance self-efficacy and prevent internet addiction. In a supportive social and policy environment, through concerted efforts from schools and families, we can effectively address internet addiction issues amidst the backdrop of COVID-19, promoting students' physical and mental health development, enhancing their self-efficacy, reducing their dependency and obsession with the internet. Future research could further explore the specific factors influencing internet addiction and self-efficacy, conduct more detailed cross-group comparative studies, and examine the differences and correlations between different groups in terms of internet addiction and self-efficacy. We will also continue to explore the possibility of using intelligent technology to intervene in internet addiction, devising personalized treatment plans tailored to individual characteristics and needs.

With the rapid development and popularization of Internet technology, Internet addiction has become an important issue affecting the healthy growth of higher vocational college students. As a new means of psychological intervention, positive psychology provides a new perspective and method. This paper discusses the application and potential value of positive psychology in the intervention of Internet addiction among higher vocational

With the rapid development and popularization of Internet technology, Internet addiction has become an important issue affecting the healthy growth of higher vocational college students. As a new means of psychological intervention, positive psychology provides a new perspective and method. This paper discusses the application and potential value of positive psychology in the intervention of Internet addiction among higher vocational college students. By analyzing the phenomenon of Internet addiction, this paper proposes a series of intervention strategies based on positive psychology, including cultivating psychological resilience and coping strategies, daily exercises to cultivate positive emotions, advantage-oriented personal development plans, and establishing positive relationship networks. These strategies aim to reduce Internet dependence and promote students’ mental health and personal growth by improving students’ self-efficacy, social belonging and life satisfaction.

Risks and protection: a qualitative study on the factors for internet addiction among elderly residents in Southwest China communities

BackgroundIn the global trend of actively promoting the participation of older adults in the digital age, the relevant negative issues featuring potential Internet Addiction (IA) among them has risen to be a new challenge facing the global public health. However, there is a severe lack of related research. This study aimed to gain a comprehensive understanding of the phenomenon and process of IA among the elderly. The purpose of this paper is to introduce factors that may influence IA in the demographic.MethodsThis study employed qualitative descriptive research methods to investigate older adults’ perceptions and experiences of IA. Semi-structured in-depth personal interviews were conducted between March and June 2023 with 36 senior citizens from urban communities in Chongqing, Southwest China. Data were analyzed via inductive content analysis methods.ResultsThrough data analysis, 2 main categories concerning IA in older adults were identified: risk factors and protective factors. The risk factor categories include 5 individual factors (e.g., Internet as the major avenue for pursuing personal hobbies and interests, etc.), 3 family factors (e.g., household WIFI increasing the risk of prolonged Internet use indoors, etc.), 2 peer factors (e.g., peer recommendation and guidance as catalysts for intensified Internet engagement, etc.), 2 socio-environmental factors (e.g., the widespread daily Internet use spurs offline intolerance, etc.), and 3 Internet platform factors (e.g., the plenitude of online content triggers endless viewing/browsing behaviors, etc.). The category of protective factors encompasses 2 individual factors (e.g., a higher level of perceived risk regarding internet health hazards, etc.) and 2 family factors (e.g., more family commitment, etc.).ConclusionsOlder adults’ Internet addictive behaviors are shaped by multiple and complex internal and external factors. A higher level of online health risk perception is a key protective factor to effectively avoid the occurrence and deterioration of IA among the aged, a distinct finding from this study. It is believed that the “individual-family-peer-community” synergy strategy is expected to become an essential direction for IA intervention for older adults, in order to promote healthy Internet use among older adults.

Effects of non-pharmacological interventions on youth with internet addiction: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.

To assess the overall effectiveness of non-pharmacological interventions on internet addiction (IA) in youth. Randomized controlled trials (RCTs) published from their inception to April 1, 2023 were searched in Cochrane, Embase, Medline, Web of Science, China National Knowledge Infrastructure, China Science and Technology Journal Database, Chinese BioMedical Literature Database, and WanFang Data. Two reviewers independently extracted data and evaluated bias using the Cochrane Risk of Bias tool. Sixty-six studies performed from 2007 to 2023, with a total of 4,385 participants, were identified. The NPIs included group counseling, cognitive behavioral therapy, sports intervention, combined interventions, eHealth, educational intervention, positive psychology intervention, sand play intervention, and electrotherapy. The results revealed that NPIs significantly reduced IA levels (standardized mean difference, SMD: -2.01, 95% confidence interval, CI: -2.29 to -1.73, I2 = 93.0%), anxiety levels (SMD: -1.07, 95%CI: -1.41 to -0.73, I2 = 72.4%), depression levels (SMD: -1.11, 95%CI: -1.52 to -0.7, I2 = 84.3%), and SCL-90 (SMD: -0.75, 95%CI: -0.97 to -0.54, I2 = 27.7%). Subgroup analysis stratified by intervention measure showed that cognitive behavioral therapy, group counseling, sports intervention, combined intervention, educational intervention, positive psychology intervention, sandplay intervention, and mobile health were all effective in relieving symptoms of IA except electrotherapy. NPIs appear to be effective in the treatment of IA in youth, which would act as an alternative treatment of IA. Further studies with larger sample sizes and robust designs are needed.

Relationship between parenting style and internet addiction: Interpersonal relationship problem as a mediator and gender as a moderator

PurposeThis study assessed the moderating effect of gender on the indirect effects of positive and negative parenting styles on Internet addiction through interpersonal relationship problem. MethodsA cross-sectional survey of randomly sampled 1194 college students recruited voluntarily from three universities in China was conducted to assess the variables of positive and negative parenting styles, interpersonal relationship problem, and Internet addiction. ResultsPositive parenting style, such as emotional warmth, was a protective factor for the development of Internet addiction, whereas negative parenting style, such as rejection and overprotection, was a potential risk factor for Internet addiction. Furthermore, interpersonal relationship problem completely mediated the association between positive parenting style and Internet addiction but partially mediated the relationship between negative parenting style and Internet addiction. Finally, gender moderated the indirect effect of parenting style on Internet addiction through interpersonal relationship problem. ConclusionThe correlation between positive parenting style and interpersonal relationship problem was considerably weaker among females, whereas the association between interpersonal relationship problem and Internet addiction was much stronger among females. For the prevention and intervention of Internet addiction, it is important to increase positive parenting style for males while enhancing interpersonal skills training for females. Further longitudinal studies should discuss the effects of paternal and maternal parenting styles on Internet addiction.

Intervention of Internet Addiction and Smartphone Addiction: an Umbrella Review of Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses

Intervention of Internet Addiction and Smartphone Addiction: an Umbrella Review of Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses

Influence of childhood trauma on adolescent internet addiction: The mediating roles of loneliness and negative coping styles.

In the information age, the use of the internet and multimedia tools has large effects on the life of middle school students. Improper use of the internet may result in internet addiction (IA). Thus, actively exploring the factors influencing adolescent and the mechanism of addiction as well as promoting adolescent physical and mental health and academic development are priorities that families, schools, and society urgently need to address. To explore the effect of childhood trauma on adolescent IA and to consider the roles of loneliness and negative coping styles. A total of 11310 students from six junior high schools in Henan, China, completed the child trauma questionnaire, IA test, loneliness scale, and simple coping style questionnaire. In addition, data were collected from 1044 adolescents with childhood trauma for analysis with IBM SPSS 26.0 and AMOS 28.0; we examined the relationships among childhood trauma, IA, loneliness, and negative coping styles. We found that childhood trauma not only directly affected adolescents' IA but also affected IA through loneliness and negative coping styles. Therefore, this study has theoretical implications regarding adolescent mental health and may inform interventions for IA.

Effects of different interventions on internet addiction: a systematic review and network meta-analysis

BackgroundGlobally, Internet is a recognized form of leisure, but there are growing apprehensions about the increasing number of individuals developing an addiction to it. Recent research has focused on social issues associated with internet addiction (IA). However, the treatment of IA is currently unclear. This study aimed to explore the relationship between IA treatment outcomes and different intervention strategies through systematic review and data analysis of patients who received different intervention modes.MethodsA meta-analysis was conducted using RevMan 5.4 and Stata 14.2 on 57 literature research data from five Chinese and English databases, PubMed, Embase, Web of Science, Wanfang and CNKI.ResultA total of 57 randomized controlled trials (RCTs) were included in this network meta-analysis involving 3538 IA patients and 13 different interventions. The network meta-analysis results demonstrated that the top four interventions were: rTMS + CBT, drug + others, rTMS, and electro-acupuncture + CBT.ConclusionOur study indicated that comprehensive therapy had an optimal therapeutic effect on IA patients and rTMS + CBT ranked first among all therapeutic indicators of intervention, indicating optimal clinical effectiveness.

Neuropsychological Aspects and Interventions for Internet Addiction in Adolescents with Asperger's Syndrome - Narrative Review

Internet addiction poses a significant concern for adolescents, particularly those diagnosed with Asperger's syndrome. Although empirical research focusing on adolescents with Asperger's syndrome is limited, existing findings reveal several neurocognitive and mental health factors contributing to internet addiction. Impulsivity, attention deficits, social skills deficits, cognitive rigidity, and co-occurring anxiety and depression are among the key aspects identified. Understanding these factors is essential for developing effective interventions. This review discusses neurocognitive and mental health aspects of internet addiction in adolescents with Asperger's syndrome as well as potential interventions targeting these aspects to promote healthy internet use and overall well-being in this unique population.

The level of Internet addiction among adolescents and youth in Kyrgyzstan

The authors of this article conducted a study of the level of Internet addiction among adolescents and young people using the tests by Kimberly Young, Chen, and A. S. Kulakova. The main purpose of the study was to determine the prevalence and degree of Internet addiction in this age group. The study tested a total of n = 270 adolescents and young people. The results were scored for each test, and the participants were classified according to their level of Internet addiction. It can be concluded that among the studied adolescents and young people there is a prevalence of Internet addiction. The results of all three tests showed that a significant number of participants had a high or critical level of Internet addiction. These results indicate the need to develop and implement effective programs for the prevention and treatment of Internet addiction among adolescents and young people.

Investigating links between Internet literacy, Internet use, and Internet addiction among Chinese youth and adolescents in the digital age.

In current digital era, adolescents' Internet use has increased exponentially, with the Internet playing a more and more important role in their education and entertainment. However, due to the ongoing cognitive, emotion, and social development processes, youth and adolescents are more vulnerable to Internet addiction. Attention has been paid to the increased use of Internet during the COVID-19 pandemic and the influence of Internet literacy in prevention and intervention of Internet addiction. The present study proposes a conceptual model to investigate the links between Internet literacy, Internet use of different purpose and duration, and Internet addiction among Chinese youth and adolescents. In this study, N = 2,276 adolescents studying in primary and secondary schools in East China were recruited, and they completed self-reports on sociodemographic characteristics, Internet literacy scale, Internet use, and Internet addiction scale. The results showed a significant relationship between Internet use and Internet addiction. To be specific, the duration of Internet use significantly and positively affected Internet addiction. With different dimensions of Internet literacy required, entertainment-oriented Internet use had positive impact on Internet addiction, while education-oriented Internet use exerted negative effects on Internet addiction. As for Internet literacy, knowledge and skills for Internet (positively) and Internet self-management (negatively) significantly influenced the likelihood of Internet addiction. The findings suggest that Internet overuse increases the risk of Internet addiction in youth and adolescents, while entertainment-oriented rather than education-oriented Internet use is addictive. The role of Internet literacy is complicated, with critical Internet literacy preventing the development of Internet addiction among youth and adolescents, while functional Internet literacy increasing the risk.

Internet addiction and residual depressive symptoms among clinically stable adolescents with major psychiatric disorders during the COVID-19 pandemic: a network analysis perspective

To assess the inter-relationships between residual depressive symptoms (RDS) and Internet addiction (IA) using network analysis among clinically stable adolescents with major psychiatric disorders during the COVID-19 pandemic. RDS and IA were assessed using the Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9) and the Internet Addiction Test (IAT), respectively. Central symptoms and bridge symptoms in the network model were examined. A total of 1,454 adolescents met the study criteria and were included in the analyses. The prevalence of IA was 31.2% (95% CI: 28.8%-33.6%). In the network analysis, the nodes IAT15 (“Preoccupation with the Internet”), PHQ2 (“Sad mood”), and PHQ1 (“Anhedonia”) were the most central symptoms in the IA-RDS network model. Bridge symptoms included IAT10 (“Sooth disturbing about your Internet use”), PHQ9 (“Suicide ideation”), and IAT3 (“Prefer the excitement online to the time with others”). Additionally, PHQ2 (“Sad mood”) was the main node linking “Anhedonia” to other IA clusters. Internet addiction was common among clinically stable adolescents with major psychiatric disorders during the COVID-19 pandemic. Core and bridge symptoms identified in this study could be prioritized as targets for the prevention and treatment of IA in this population.

Risk Factors and Protective Factors of Internet Addiction in University Students during the Pandemic: Implications for Prevention and Treatment.

While the prevalence rates of Internet addiction (IA) amongst young people during the pandemic are disturbing, few studies have investigated the risk and protective factors of IA in Hong Kong university students under COVID-19. In this study, we examined the relationship between COVID-19-related stress and IA and the role of psychological morbidity and positive psychological attributes in the relationship. In summer 2022, 978 university students completed a survey assessing pandemic-related stress, psychological morbidity, and positive psychological attributes. While psychological morbidity was indexed by depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, and suicidal behavior, positive psychological attributes included life satisfaction, flourishing, adversity beliefs, emotional competence, resilience, and family functioning measures. Results showed that stress and psychological morbidity positively predicted IA, and psychological morbidity mediated the association between stress and IA. Positive psychological attributes negatively predicted stress and IA, and mediated the connection between stress and IA. Positive psychological attributes moderated the mediating effect of psychological morbidity on the relationship between stress and IA. In addition to theoretical contributions, this study contributes to IA prevention and treatment: reducing psychological morbidity and promoting positive psychological attributes are promising strategies to address IA issues in young people.

Physical activity reduces internet addiction among "post-00" college students: The mediating role of coping styles.

To explore the role of coping styles (CS) in mediating the relationship between physical activity (PA) and internet addiction (IA), and to provide a theoretical basis for the prevention and treatment of IA among Chinese "post-00" college students. A total of 410 university students from five universities in Anhui Province were surveyed using the Chinese Internet addiction scale, the Coping Styles Scale for Chinese University Students, and the International Physical Activity Scale Short Form. (1) Boys are better than girls in PA. However, there was no significant difference between male and female students on CS and IA. (2) PA was positively correlated with CS (r = 0.278, p < 0.01), PA was negatively correlated with IA (r = -0.236, p < 0.01), CS was negatively correlated with IA (r = -0.560, p < 0.01). (3) PA was negatively predicted IA (B = -0.198, p < 0.01), PA was positively predicted CS (B = 0.986, p < 0.01), CS was negatively predicted IA (B = -0.065, p < 0.01). (4) CS plays a partially mediating role between PA and IA, with a mediating effect proportion of 48.33%. PA can improve IA not only directly for university students, but also indirectly by increasing CS. The intervention for IA of "post-00" college students can start by increasing PA and improving CS.

Requirement, Major Causes and Treatments for Internet Addiction: A Systematic Review

Internet is part of individuals’ daily life, and it has been growing rapidly worldwide. With the help of the Internet, geographical barriers are removed between humans and many things have become more efficient than ever before. However, efficiency causes humans to become idle and sometimes addicted. These potential problems are prevalent in young people, which refers to excessive usage of the Internet and its interference with everyday activities. Therefore, it is critical to study the factors caused by the Internet should not be ignored in the investigation and research of behavioral addiction. Nowadays, world events have influenced people's real life due to the pandemic, as the result, the Internet has become an essential tool for them to solve problems. However, the origin of Internet addiction is a combination of many aspects. In the study, a theoretical model was tested that hypothesized the extent and effects of Internet addiction at different ages. According to the results of the report, there are more factors contributing to Internet addiction among adolescents than among adults. By researching the points provided below, the horizon will be broadened and lead to a whole new perspective of Neuroscience. The high probability of Internet addiction is a problem that needs to be further discussed.

How sleep duration mediated childhood trauma and Internet addiction of the vocational college population in urban areas of south China.

Internet Addiction is positively associated with a range of psychological risk factors such as childhood trauma and sleep disorders. However, it remains unclear if sleep duration mediates the association between childhood trauma and Internet addiction. We enrolled 14,263 students from Shenzhen Polytechnic College, China. Sleep duration, Internet addiction and childhood maltreatment were assessed in these students by self-report measures, Internet Addiction Test (IAT) and Childhood Trauma Questionnaire (CTQ), respectively. With bootstrap approach and path analysis, the mediating role of sleep duration in the association between childhood trauma and Internet addiction was analysed. The Internet-addicted group exhibited a higher level of the emotional abuse (EA) score, physical abuse (PA) score, sexual abuse (SA) score, a lower level of emotional neglect (EN) score and sleep duration compared with the control group (all p < 0.001). The CTQ total score and subscores showed a positive correlation with IAT scores both for males (r = 0.199, p < 0.001 for the total score, r = 0.356, p < 0.001 for EA, r = 0.270, p < 0.001 for PA, r = 0.249, p < 0.001 for SA, and r = 0.132, p < 0.001 for PN) and females (r = 0.127, p < 0.001 for the total score, r = 0.335, p < 0.001 for EA, r = 0.187, p < 0.001 for PA, r = 0.189, p < 0.001 for SA, and r = 0.065, p < 0.001 for PN). The CTQ subcores were negatively related to sleep duration both for males (r = -0.177, p < 0.001 for EA, r = -0.180, p < 0.001 for PA and r = 0.182, p < 0.001 for SA) and females (r = -0.137, p < 0.001 for EA, r = -0.105, p < 0.001 for PA, and r = -0.182, p < 0.001 for SA) and sleep duration was negatively correlated with IAT scores both in males (r = -0.120, p < 0.001) and females (r = -0.108, p < 0.001). Further, the path analysis suggested that EA and SA mediated significantly to the Internet addiction when all types of childhood trauma were examined in one model (both p < 0.001). In the current study, a great proportion of students met criteria for Internet addiction. Sleep duration mediated a significant proportion of the indirect effect between EA/SA and Internet addiction. The findings may help with prevention and intervention of Internet addiction in the future. The limitation of this study was that it was a cross-sectional study and not controlling for other mental disorders. Future large-scale longitudinal studies will be needed to further clarify the relationship between childhood abuse and Internet addiction and the mediation role of sleep duration.

Research on the Influence Mechanism and Intervention of Internet Addiction among College Students in the Post-epidemic Era

Research on the Influence Mechanism and Intervention of Internet Addiction among College Students in the Post-epidemic Era

School-Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Interventions for Internet and Gaming Addiction in Adolescents: A Systematic Review

Internet addiction has become an increasingly common problem, especially among children and adolescents. This problem has made school-based applications for internet addiction important. Different approaches are used in school-based interventions for the prevention and treatment of internet addiction. Cognitive behavioral therapy is one of the most preferred approaches. In this study, a systematic review of studies examining school-based cognitive behavioral therapy practices for internet and game addiction of adolescents in the literature was made. For this purpose, a comprehensive search was made in the databases of the Turkish National Thesis Center, Google Scholar, Science Direct, Springer, AKJournals and EBSCO. The studies reached as a result of the literature review were evaluated according to the PRISMA guide. The results obtained in this study are expected to guide future research and new school-based cognitive behavioral interventions.

Exploring Internet Addiction in Students of the University of Tehran Using a Grounded Theory Approach

Background: The increasing growth and adverse effects of internet addiction have made this disorder a factor underlying all behavioral addictions. The present study aimed to explain the process of internet addiction in students of the University of Tehran. Methods: This qualitative study was conducted based on the grounded theory which is an exploratory research method. The research population included students with internet addiction at the University of Tehran in the academic year 2019-2020. Using purposive sampling and theoretical saturation criteria, 15 students (5 males and 10 females) were selected as the participants in the study. The data were collected through structured interviews with the students. Results: Based on the analysis of the data from the interviews, the factors effective in the formation of internet addiction were classified into 43 primary themes and 14 subcategories that were summarized into 5 main categories including individual factors, family factors, social factors, educational factors, and features of the internet. Conclusion: Students’ internet addiction can be attributed to personality factors, psychological disorders, and family factors. The findings of this study provided a clear picture of internet addiction. The results of this study can be useful for psychologists and therapists to better understand this phenomenon and plan strategies for the prevention and treatment of internet addiction.

Serial Mediation Roles of Alexithymia and Loneliness in the Association Between Family Function and Internet Addiction Among Chinese College Students.

A lot of previous research has highlighted the negative consequences of Internet addiction. However, relatively few is known about the underlying mechanism for Internet addiction among college students in relation to family function. The present study explored the relationship between family function and Internet addiction among college students, as well as the mediating effects of alexithymia and loneliness. A sample of 783 Chinese college students were administered a number of psychometric scales including the “General Function” subscale of the Chinese version of the Family Assessment Device, Toronto Alexithymia Scale, UCLA Loneliness Scale, and Revised Chinese Internet Addiction Scale. The results showed that family function was negatively associated with Internet addiction; the association was significantly mediated by alexithymia; the association was significantly mediated by loneliness; and alexithymia and loneliness sequentially mediated the association. The total mediating effect was 63.96%. The results of the present study are of great significance to the prevention and intervention of Internet addiction among college students.