Identifying Dimensions to Include in the Assessment of Concerned Significant Others of People With Problematic Internet Use: A Scoping Review
Caroline Thériault,
Joël Tremblay,
Francine Ferland
Abstract:Context
Over the last 2 decades, problematic Internet use (PIU) has become a serious public health issue. Greater accessibility and daily use of the Internet have contributed to the emergence of this new social phenomenon. Scientific literature has exploded in the last few years, with studies focusing on its conceptualization, assessment, risk factors, comorbidities, and treatment. However, very few studies have taken into consideration the concerned significant others (CSOs) of people with PIU.
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