INTERNET ADDICTION IN ADOLESCENTS

Course overview

Internet addiction (IA; also called pathological Internet use and Internet dependency) is a behavioral disorder characterized by a pattern of excessive and uncontrollable Internet use that disturbs personal and social life. This continuing education module is designed to give the reader/learner an increased understanding of Internet addiction in adolescents, including its clinical presentation, symptoms, and treatment, and to aid in caring for the patient with this diagnosis. Readers may explore any or all of the topics. One contact hour of continuing education credit is available for those who successfully complete the post-test and evaluation form.