2023 Senior Conference - Ethics of the Civil Person
Problematic Internet Use in Adolescents: Internet Addiction
Publication Date
2023
Start Date
20-8-2023 11:40 AM
End Date
20-8-2023 12:00 PM
Moderator
Nico Seni
Description
Over the course of the past twenty years, the advent of the Digital Era has been met with a prevailing sense of optimism, characterized by a steadfast conviction that every subsequent technological progression, be it the development of more advanced personal computers, faster internet connectivity, more intelligent mobile devices, or increasingly tailored social media platforms, would invariably augment our daily experiences. However, there has been a shift in public opinion in recent years due to the disclosure of Silicon Valley companies and online retailers engaging in collecting and disseminating individuals' data. Malicious actors have manipulated social media platforms to spread false information and create division. More importantly, technological growth and well-tailored social media platforms cause problematic internet use (Mihajlov M, Vejmelka L). Dr. Greenfield, the Center for Internet and technology addiction founder, states, “The number of referrals and patients we get a call from has probably gone up 10-fold in the last 20 years. We have had a 1,000 percent increase in the number of cases” (Booth). This study aims to provide essential insights into the phenomenon of Internet manipulation and problematic Internet use within the context of the health profession. The experience of encountering online hazards may result in enduring and profound adverse consequences. To achieve optimal outcomes, it is essential that programs aimed at prevention and treatment use a comprehensive strategy that encompasses several sectors and disciplines.
Problematic Internet Use in Adolescents: Internet Addiction
Over the course of the past twenty years, the advent of the Digital Era has been met with a prevailing sense of optimism, characterized by a steadfast conviction that every subsequent technological progression, be it the development of more advanced personal computers, faster internet connectivity, more intelligent mobile devices, or increasingly tailored social media platforms, would invariably augment our daily experiences. However, there has been a shift in public opinion in recent years due to the disclosure of Silicon Valley companies and online retailers engaging in collecting and disseminating individuals' data. Malicious actors have manipulated social media platforms to spread false information and create division. More importantly, technological growth and well-tailored social media platforms cause problematic internet use (Mihajlov M, Vejmelka L). Dr. Greenfield, the Center for Internet and technology addiction founder, states, “The number of referrals and patients we get a call from has probably gone up 10-fold in the last 20 years. We have had a 1,000 percent increase in the number of cases” (Booth). This study aims to provide essential insights into the phenomenon of Internet manipulation and problematic Internet use within the context of the health profession. The experience of encountering online hazards may result in enduring and profound adverse consequences. To achieve optimal outcomes, it is essential that programs aimed at prevention and treatment use a comprehensive strategy that encompasses several sectors and disciplines.