Tag: internet addiction

July 9, 2026 / mohammed looti

Adolescent Internet Addiction: Breaking the Digital Cycle

Defining Problematic Internet Use in Adolescence Problematic Internet Use (PIU), often referred to interchangeably with Internet Addiction Disorder (IAD) or Compulsive Internet Use (CIU), represents a critical area of psychological inquiry, particularly within the adolescent demographic. This phenomenon transcends mere high engagement; it is characterized by patterns of internet use that lead to significant distress […]

July 5, 2026 / mohammed looti

Gaming Disorder: Identifying and Healing Teenage Compulsion

Defining Adolescent Gaming Disorder and Context Adolescent Gaming Disorder, often situated within the broader category of behavioral addictions, represents a significant and growing concern in contemporary mental health literature. While recreational gaming is a pervasive and often benign activity for millions of teenagers globally, the disorder is characterized by a persistent and recurrent pattern of […]