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Hidden addiction: Television

Year: 2013

Type: article

Abstract: BACKGROUND AND AIMS: The most popular recreational pastime in the U.S. is television viewing. Some researchers have claimed that television may be addictive. We provide a review of the definition, etiology, prevention and treatment of the apparent phenomenon of television addiction. METHODS: Selective review. RESULTS: We provide a description of television (TV) addiction, including its negative consequences, assessment and potential etiology, considering neurobiological, cognitive and social/cultural factors. Next, we provide information on its prevention and treatment. DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSIONS: We suggest that television addiction may function similarly to substance abuse disorders but a great deal more research is needed.

Source: Journal of Behavioral Addictions

DOI: 10.1556/jba.2.2013.008

Authors: Steve Sussman, Meghan B. Moran

Institutions: University of Southern California, San Diego State University

Language: English

Topic: Impact of Technology on Adolescents

Subfield: Sociology and Political Science

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $916