Internet Addiction and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Internet addiction has become a social and public health problem especially among adolescents and adults. The purpose of this chapter is to describe the Internet addiction and discuss the process of treating Internet addiction by using cognitive behavioral therapy for Internet addiction model (CBT-IA). Among the Internet addiction, I have elected to focus on the studies regarding definition, prevalence, risk factors, negatives consequences, and treatment modalities with focus on CBT-IA. In contrast, research on the CBT-IA is still in its early stages. Till now, there is no clear definition for Internet addiction, and these definitions are based on assessment tools that are developed by researchers. There was a variance in the prevalence of Internet addiction among adolescents and adults, which might be related to many factors including assessment instruments and cultural factors. There are many risk factors for Internet addiction that involve socio-demographic, social, psychological factors, and Internet use practices. Many negative consequences result from Internet addiction such as social withdrawal, lack of relationships with families and peers, and psychological problems including depression and anxiety. The CBT-IA is the most effective treatment for Internet addiction. The CBT-IA model is a comprehensive approach, which can be divided into three phases: behavior modification, cognitive restructuring, and harm reduction therapy (HRT)

Sleep Disorders and Electronic Games Addiction among Jordanian Adolescents

This study aimed to examine the relationship between electronic game addiction and sleep disorders among Jordanian adolescents. Sample of the study were 576 adolescents (325 males and 251 females) their age between 14 to 17 years. Lemmens., Valkenburg, and Peter scale for electronic games addiction and the Albana scale for adolescents' sleep disorder were used. The study considers the frequent links between severe internet addiction and the emergence of addictive-like traits in adolescents. The results suggested a higher level of electronic game addiction which was significantly associated with a higher level of sleep disorder. Results also showed that withdrawal, mood modification, and silence explained 69.30% of sleep disorders among Jordanian adolescents. Moreover, total electronic game addiction explained 40% of the variance in sleep disorder among Jordanian adolescents. Keywords: sleep disorder, electronic games, addiction, Jordanian adolescents. DOI: 10.7176/JEP/14-13-04 Publication date:May 31st 202

Risk Factors of Internet Addiction among Internet Users in Croatia: An Online Questionnaire Survey

This study aimed to examine the level of Internet addiction (IA) and characteristics of Internet usage in this (specific) sample of Croatian Internet users. We explored the likelihood of developing IA regarding personal characteristics and characteristics of Internet usage, and we aimed to examine the possibility of predicting the levels of IA based on psychological characteristics. About 35% of the respondents achieved the score above the cut-off value for determining the IA but the majority belonged in the category of mild addiction. The results showed that younger age (F = 4.14, p = 0.007), and male gender (χ2 = 7.49, p=0.05) can serve as risk factors for the development of IA. It has also been found that spending on the Internet more than 3 hours a day (β = 0.33, p < 0.001), along with poorer general health (β = 0.25, p < 0.001) and ineffective interpersonal styles (misanthropic β= 0.17, p < 0.01 versus philanthropic β = 0.16, p < 0.01), significantly contributed to the development of IA

Predictors of excessive internet use among adolescents in Spain: The relevance of the relationship between parents and their children

Since the introduction of the concept in the late nineties, Internet addiction has been a growing phenomenon becoming a public health issue that cannot be ignored nowadays. Focusing on adolescents, previous research has analyzed the prevalence of excessive Internet use and determined several predictors such as socio-demographic characteristics, personality traits or emotions. To move on this topic, this paper draws attention to the relationship between parents and their children. Using a nationally representative sample of 37, 486 students aged 14–18 years old in Spain, an under researched European country, this study finds that care received from parents [B = -0.141, SE = -0.033] and parents'' knowledge about where [B = -0.065, SE = -0.032] and with whom [B = -0.232, SE = -0.032] the adolescent is while he/she goes out at night are associated with lower levels of excessive Internet use. In turn, fixing clear rules does not help reduce excessive Internet use. These results, together with the influence of other control variables, offer important insights and implications to prevent adolescents from excessive Internet use

Jordanian Adolescent Cannabis Use: Patterns, Risks, And Protective Factors

ABSTRACT JORDANIAN ADOLESCENT CANNABIS USE: PATTERNS, RISKS, AND PROTECTIVE FACTORS by SUKAINA ALZYOUD Month, 2010 Advisor: Dr. Stephanie Schim Major: Nursing Degree: Doctor of Philosophy Background: Cannabis is considered to be the most commonly used substances worldwide. Its use is not only common among adolescents but is increasing in developing countries such as Jordan. Cannabis use among adolescents has been linked to unintentional injuries, physical fights, academic problems, and illegal behavior such as driving under the influence. Studies of cannabis use patterns, risks, and protective factors are limited in developing countries. Therefore, the purpose of this study is to determine the patterns, risks, and protective factors for cannabis use among Jordanian adolescents. Methods: A cross-sectional descriptive/correlational survey design was used to assess the patterns among Jordanian adolescents 13-18 years of age drawn from Zarka Governorate in Jordan. Zarka Governorate is located at the central region of Jordan and is home to 15% of the total Jordanian population. Sample size was estimated using a 95% confidence interval for p that is expected to be about 50% (0.50). The final sample was 384 Jordanian students who attend public schools and participated in the study. These participants were recruited using simple random sampling from three grades (8th, 10th, &12th). Following permission from the Jordanian Ministry of Education and Wayne State University IRB, participant assent, and parental consent for those less than 18 years of age, students were asked to complete an Arabic version of the POSIT, CAST, AKABSU questionnaires. Reliability & validity was confirmed for the Arabic version of study measures used with adolescents participants. Results: An 11.7% of Jordanian adolescents reported using cannabis. Male Jordanian adolescents were more likely to use cannabis than females. Living in a single-parent household, and association with cannabis using friends were among the significant associated risk factors of adolescents cannabis use. Gender, father cannabis user, and educational status were among the strong predictors of adolescents cannabis use. Adolescent\u27s positive attitudes and beliefs were predictors of adolescents cannabis use. Implications: This study is the next critical step towards establishing a base line data of Jordanian adolescent\u27s health risk behaviors. Developing prevention programs directed to adolescents, families, and at-risk populations

The Impact of Cyber Bullying on the Psychological Well-being of University Students: A Study in Jordanian Universities,

The study examined the impact of Cyberbullying on Jordanian university students\u27 psychological well-being. The correlational descriptive method was used with a sample of 750 male and female students from Jordanian universities. Findings revealed a low degree of cyberbullying\u27s effect on their psychological well-being. No significant differences were found based on gender, college, cumulative GPA, or type of university. However, first-year students experienced higher levels of impact. The researcher recommended raising awareness about cyberbullying consequences, utilizing punishments as deterrents, and implementing preventive mechanisms

The relationship between internet addiction and mental health problems such as depression symptoms, anxiety and insomnia before and during Covid-19 pandemic

Introduction: On the account of the Covid-19 pandemic, many governments around the world have imposed multiple restrictions on public life to prevent the spread of the coronavirus. Social disruption and forced isolation contributed to increased stress as well as increased use of the Internet.Aim of the study: The aim of the study was to investigate the influence of the Covid-19 pandemic on mental health problems, including Internet addiction, and to link Internet addiction with mental health problems such as anxiety, depression symptoms and insomnia.Material and methods: The data for the article was found using the PubMed and Google Scholar websites.Description of the state of knowledge: Internet addiction (IA) is becoming an increasingly serious problem of the modern world. The problem of Internet abuse is associated with various risk factors that are dependent on gender or family relationships, as well as mental disorders.Many studies have confirmed that the Covid-19 pandemic caused negative mental health effects, contributing to increased anxiety and depression symptoms. To reduce stress, people started using the internet more often. This compensatory mechanism can cause even more mental health problems by increasing anxiety, symptoms of depression and insomnia.Summary: Research by many scientists shows that the Covid-19 pandemic is exacerbating the mental health problems associated with IA. Research shows that during the Covid-19 pandemic, it is especially important to be able to manage stress through non-internet-related activities to help prevent IA

The Predictability of Cyberbullying and Psychological Distress in Bulimia Nervosa Disorder among Jordanian Universities Students

The study aimed to know the percentage of eating disorder, cyberbullying and the level of psychological distress among Jordanian university students It also aimed to know the percentage of the explained variation that is demonstrated by cyberbullying and psychological distress in their Bulimia Nervosa Disorder, and is it possible that this percentage varies according to gender variable. The study sample consisted of (988) male and female students enrolled in Jordanian universities. To achieve the purpose of the study, cyberbullying, psychological distress and Bulimia Nervosa Disorder were measured. The results indicated that the percentage of students with bulimia nervosa was (6.38%), and the results indicated that the neutral type of cyberbullying came first with a percentage of 84.82% of the total study sample. Then the victim pattern with a percentage of 9.11%, then the pattern of the bully with a percentage of 3.95%, and the bully/victim pattern came in the last rank with a percentage of 2.13%. The results also indicated that the general level of psychological distress among Jordanian university students was moderate. The results also indicated that the percentage of students who have a Bulimia Nervosa Disorder was (6.38%): (25.40%) were male and (74.60%) were female. A chi-square analysis indicated no significant differences in the prevalence of Bulimia Nervosa according to the gender variable. The results also indicated that each of: Psychological distress, Flat pattern versus neutral, Victim\u27s pattern versus neutral, Flat pattern/ victim versus neutral had predictive power for bulimia nervosa among university students, while gender variable had no predictive power. The results also indicated that the percentage of the correct classification of the study members (who have a Bulimia Nervosa Disorder and who have not) reached (96.8%) for the two groups. (31) Views classified incorrectly, and the possibility of the total error was 3.9%