Risk factors and psychosocial characteristics of potential problematic and problematic internet use among adolescents: A cross-sectional study

Risk factors and psychosocial characteristics of potential problematic and problematic internet use among adolescents: A cross-sectional study

BACKGROUND Problematic internet use (PIU) is associated with a plethora of psychosocial adversities. The study objectives were to assess the determinants and psychosocial implications associated with potential PIU and PIU among adolescents. METHODS A cross-sectional study design was applied among a random sample (n = 866) of Greek adolescents (mean age: 14.7 years). Self-completed questionnai...

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