BEYOND SCREENS: A PSYCHO-THERAPEUTIC INTERVENTION FOR ADOLESCENTS SUFFERING FROM INTERNET GAMING ADDICTION

Title

BEYOND SCREENS: A PSYCHO-THERAPEUTIC INTERVENTION FOR ADOLESCENTS SUFFERING FROM INTERNET GAMING ADDICTION

Creator

Chauhan D.; Rastogi K.; Roy S.

Description

The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM 5) has now included Internet Gaming disorder in section III as the condition that warrants more clinical research. Internet or Online gaming has become one of the most popular sources of entertainment among children and adolescents, representing the fastest-growing segment leading to hazards as well. Thus, there is a requirement for a psycho-therapeutic intervention module to help in overall psychological well-being of the adolescents suffering from Internet Gaming Disorder (IGD). A total of 8 adolescents suffering from IGD were treated with scientifically prepared psycho-therapeutic module in total of 12 group sessions. The eclectic approach to treatment is proven to be effective for adolescents yielding significant improvement in the clinical condition and promotes wise engagement in gaming. (2023). All Rights Reserved.

Source

Journal of Content, Community and Communication, Vol-18, pp. 34-42.

Date

2023-01-01

Publisher

Amity University

Subject

Internet gaming disorder; intervention; psychological management; psychotherapy; systematic review

Coverage

Chauhan D., Department of Psychology, Christ (Deemed to be University), Delhi NCR, India; Rastogi K., Department of Psychology, Christ (Deemed to be University), Delhi NCR, India; Roy S., Jamia Milia Islamia, New Delhi, India

Rights

Restricted Access

Relation

ISSN: 23957514

Format

Online

Language

English

Type

Article

Identifier

https://doi.org/10.31620/JCCC.12.23/05

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