Depression and Internet Addiction in Adolescents

2007452 citationsJournal Article

Authors

Jee Hyun Ha · Konkuk University Medical Center

Su Yeon Kim

Soojeong C. Bae

Sujin Bae

Hyung‐Jun Kim

Minyoung Sim · Seoul National University

In Kyoon Lyoo · Seoul National University

Soo Churl Cho · Seoul National University

Abstract

This study reveals a significant association between Internet addiction and depressive symptoms in adolescents. This association is supported by temperament profiles of the Internet addiction group. The data suggest the necessity of the evaluation of the potential underlying depression in the treatment of Internet-addicted adolescents.

Topics & Keywords

Impact of Technology on Adolescents Psychosocial Factors Impacting Youth Child Development and Digital Technology

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Psychopathology

Volume 40, Issue 6, pp. 424-430

DOI: 10.1159/000107426

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