Internet Addiction, Sleep Deprivation, or ADHD ... With the diagnosis of ADHD on the rise in American teenagers, there is a risk of mislabeling teens with ADHD when the cause of their inattentiveness and falling grades may be related to something else entirely—like anxiety, family issues, or their media-infused lifestyle. This misdiagnosing was especially striking to me with a sixteen-year-old girl named Joy, whose family came to consult me a few months ago. Up until last year, Joy was a straight A student. All of her high school classes were either honors level or Advanced Placement (AP). But in the fall of her junior year, Joy seemed to lose her motivation to do well in school. Her grades began to slip to C’s then to D’s until finally she was close to failing two classes. article continues after advertisement The psychiatrist prescribed first Zoloft then Wellbutrin for Joy, hoping to find a drug that would help her depression. After five months, there was still no improvement in Joy’s symptoms. Copyright Marilyn Wedge, Ph.D. Source:
Internet addiction linked to ADHD, depression in teens - CNN The screens culture: impact on ADHD Study links mobile device addiction to depression and anxiety Is cellphone use detrimental to mental health? A new study from the University of Illinois finds that addiction to, and not simply use of, mobile technology is linked to anxiety and depression in college-age students. The study was published in the journal Computers in Human Behavior. "There's a long history of the public fearing new technologies as they are deployed in society," said U. of I. psychology professor Alejandro Lleras, who conducted this study with undergraduate honors student Tayana Panova. Lleras and Panova surveyed over 300 university students with questionnaires that addressed the students' mental health, amount of cellphone and Internet use, and motivations for turning to their electronic devices. The goal was to see if addictive and self-destructive behaviors with phones and the Internet related to mental health. In a follow-up study, Lleras tested the role of having, but not using, a cellphone during a stressful situation. More information: Tayana Panova et al.
ADHD and Computer Addictions The Internet, computer games, Facebook, Twitter, smartphones, texting, instant messages -- these are just some of the ways we stay plugged in, have fun, and connect socially with others. None of these technologies are inherently negative, but for some individuals -- especially those with ADHD -- these cyber activities can easily lend themselves to compulsion. Kevin Roberts is a nationally recognized expert and the author of Cyber Junkie: Escaping the Gaming and Internet Trap (Hazelden 2010). He also runs support groups to help cyber addicts who struggle to get their lives back on track. Q: What is the link between ADHD and excessive use of the Internet, computer or video games? A: ADHDers are more prone to addiction of all types, so they are particularly susceptible to cyber addictions that involve computers, video games, and the Internet. Q: In what way does the social anxiety that can sometimes be associated with ADHD play into this as well? A: Here is a list of possible warning signs:
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160302121325 Is cellphone use detrimental to mental health? A new study from the University of Illinois finds that addiction to, and not simply use of, mobile technology is linked to anxiety and depression in college-age students. The study was published in the journal Computers in Human Behavior. "There's a long history of the public fearing new technologies as they are deployed in society," said U. of I. psychology professor Alejandro Lleras, who conducted this study with undergraduate honors student Tayana Panova. This fear of new technology happened with televisions, video games and most recently, smartphones, he said. Lleras and Panova surveyed over 300 university students with questionnaires that addressed the students' mental health, amount of cellphone and Internet use, and motivations for turning to their electronic devices. The goal was to see if addictive and self-destructive behaviors with phones and the Internet related to mental health.
Adolescents with ADHD and the Risk of Internet Addiction It is already established that there is a very high likelihood that those with ADHD will abuse drugs such as alcohol and marijuana. Also, they are more likely to have problems at school because of difficulties with focusing and experience social difficulties except with other youngsters who feel like outsiders. Now, it appears they have another problem confronting them and it's Internet Addiction. A new study seems to suggest that adolescents with disorders such as ADHD, Depression and Social Phobia, are more likely to become addicted to the Internet as compared to other teenagers. The researchers studied 2,293 youngsters in the 7th grade. The results were very revealing. It is thought that youngsters with ADHD become addicted to the Internet because it satisfies their need to speed, immediate gratification and new and stimulating situations. Definition of Internet Addiction: However, part of the difficulty with this topic is that there is no clear definition of Internet Addiction. 1. 2.
Stanford Copyright and Fair Use Center Tips to Get Over Your FOMO, or Fear of Missing Out | Anxiety and Depression Association of America, ADAA Dr. Gupta specializes in CBT for anxiety and related disorders. She is Clinical Director at TherapyNest, A Center for Anxiety and Family Therapy in Los Altos, California. It happens on a daily basis. I routinely scroll through my Facebook feed while sipping my morning tea. "Highlight Reel" I just received my 12-year anniversary notification from Facebook, and it has taken me about 10 of them to realize that what we witness on our screens is simply a “highlight reel” of our friends’ lives. In 2013 the word “FOMO” was officially added to the Oxford Dictionary. Face Your FOMO I suggest a few practices that can help you come face-to-face with your FOMO — and ultimately, beat it. 1. Let’s get real, and say it with me: “I cannot be everywhere at all times and always be doing the coolest thing ever. 2. For gosh sakes turn off your phone! 3. Mindfulness is a therapeutic technique that refers to a nonjudgmental observation or awareness that is focused on the present experience.
Ten Signs You're Addicted to Your Mobile Devices We often joke that we can't live without our smartphones, tablets and laptops, and that we need connectivity as much as we need food and drink. But that sentiment stops being funny when our dependency crosses over into a more harmful state and descends into an unsettling addiction. Obsessive dependence on technology—like being hooked on gambling, alcohol or drugs—can cause high stress, physical deterioration, poor self-esteem, relationship issues and even job loss. Losing a job may seem drastic, but it does happen when professionals neglect their work and spend an excessive amount of time pursuing non-business-related activities on their mobile devices. Dennis McCafferty is a freelance writer for Baseline Magazine.
Cyber Bullying Statistics - Bullying Statistics Cyber bullying statistics refers to Internet bullying. Cyber bullying is a form of teen violence that can do lasting harm to young people. Bullying statistics show that cyber bullying is a serious problem among teens. By being more aware of cyber bullying, teens and adults can help to fight it. Cyber bullying affects many adolescents and teens on a daily basis. Cyber bullying involves using technology, like cell phones and the Internet, to bully or harass another person. Sending mean messages or threats to a person’s email account or cell phoneSpreading rumors online or through textsPosting hurtful or threatening messages on social networking sites or web pagesStealing a person’s account information to break into their account and send damaging messagesPretending to be someone else online to hurt another personTaking unflattering pictures of a person and spreading them through cell phones or the InternetSexting, or circulating sexually suggestive pictures or messages about a person
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