Within the framework of Bandura ́s theory, problematic Internet use is the product of deficient self-regulatory processes. It has previously been shown by several studies that psychosocial disorders such as anxiety or depression make people inclined to develop maladaptive behaviors. The aim of this study was to investigate whether self-regulation skills and depressive symptoms predict generalize...

Maintaining a balance between healthy technology use and happy relationships can be challenging. This explorative study aims to examine the association problematic internet relationship satisfaction in couples using dyadic approach. In sample of 155 heterosexual couples, DRSA was conducted both partners’ with their use, as well (dis)similarity partners satisfactionwith each partner. Results sho...

The aim of this study was to apply the cognitive behavioral model of problematic Internet use to the context of online game use to obtain a better understanding of problematic use of online games and its negative consequences. In total, 597 online game playing adolescents aged 12–22 years participated in this study. Results showed that the cognitive behavioral model of problematic Internet use ...