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Internet Addiction - Strategies to Minimise Risk

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Internet Addiction - Strategies to Minimise Risk is a Continuing Professional Development (CPD) course designed for healthcare professionals, school counsellors, educators, mental health practitioners, youth workers, nurses, psychologists, and community support professionals. The course provides evidence-based guidance on recognising problematic internet use, understanding the psychological and behavioural mechanisms behind internet addiction, and implementing practical prevention and intervention strategies. The internet plays an essential role in communication, education, entertainment, and work. However, excessive or uncontrolled internet use may negatively affect emotional wellbeing, academic performance, sleep, social relationships, and mental health. Internet addiction, sometimes referred to as problematic internet use or compulsive internet use, has become an increasing concern among adolescents and adults worldwide.

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Learning Outcomes

What you'll learn

  • Explore scientific studies and evidence regarding internet addiction.
  • Understand the psychological and behavioural theories associated with internet addiction.
  • Recognise the emotional, social, and physical impacts of excessive internet use.
  • Identify warning signs and risk factors associated with problematic internet behaviours.
  • Understand why early intervention and preventive action are important.
  • Identify the key role of school counsellors in managing internet addiction concerns.
  • Apply evidence-based strategies to minimise the risks associated with excessive internet use.
  • Support healthy digital habits and balanced technology use in children, adolescents, and adults.

Modules

Module 1

Understanding Internet Addiction

Module 2

Scientific Studies and Theories of Internet Addiction

Module 3

Signs, Symptoms, and Consequences

Module 4

Reasons to Take Action and Early Intervention

Module 5

Role of School Counsellors and Educational Settings

Module 6

Strategies to Minimise Risk and Promote Digital Wellbeing

Module 7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Internet addiction refers to excessive or compulsive internet use that negatively affects daily functioning, relationships, education, work, or mental health.

Adolescents and young adults are particularly vulnerable, although problematic internet use can affect all age groups.

Signs may include excessive screen time, sleep problems, irritability, declining academic performance, and social withdrawal.

Early intervention may reduce the impact on mental health, academic outcomes, relationships, and emotional wellbeing.

School counsellors help identify at-risk students, provide support, educate families, and coordinate referrals when needed.

Balanced screen-time habits, healthy routines, physical activity, emotional support, and open communication can help reduce risk.