Therapeutic Interventions in the Treatment of Problematic Internet Use—Experiences from Germany

Dau, Wolfgang; Banger, Markus

doi:10.1007/978-3-319-07242-5_12

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“…In Germany and other European countries, it is predominantly the addiction help system that provides prevention, counseling, and treatment for problematic Internet and gaming use ( Dau, Hoffmann, & Banger, 2015 ). For instance, the Addiction Division of Geneva University Hospital opened an outpatient clinic dedicated to the treatment of behavioral addictions ( Thorens et al., 2014 ).…”

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Policy responses to problematic video game use: A systematic review of current measures and future possibilities

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Policy responses to problematic video game use: A systematic review of current measures and future possibilities

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“…For instance, Wölfling et al [ 23 ] developed an integrative model with an emphasis on learning theory and neurobiological mechanisms in the context of personality traits. Additionally, Internet addiction can be explained using cognitive-behavioral [ 24 ], psychodynamic approaches [ 25 ], as well as cultural and social considerations [ 26 ]. In this context, attachment theory can also make an important contribution to understanding preconditions associated with the development of behavior addictions, due to the widely documented relationship between attachment experiences and substance dependency [ 27 ].…”

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Attachment Style and Internet Addiction: An Online Survey

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Decker³

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BackgroundOne of the clinically relevant problems of Internet use is the phenomenon of Internet addiction. Considering the fact that there is ample evidence for the relationship between attachment style and substance abuse, it stands to reason that attachment theory can also make an important contribution to the understanding of the pathogenesis of Internet addiction.ObjectiveThe aim of this study was to examine people’s tendency toward pathological Internet usage in relation to their attachment style.MethodsAn online survey was conducted. Sociodemographic data, attachment style (Bielefeld questionnaire partnership expectations), symptoms of Internet addiction (scale for online addiction for adults), used Web-based services, and online relationship motives (Cyber Relationship Motive Scale, CRMS-D) were assessed. In order to confirm the findings, a study using the Rorschach test was also conducted.ResultsIn total, 245 subjects were recruited. Participants with insecure attachment style showed a higher tendency to pathological Internet usage compared with securely attached participants. An ambivalent attachment style was particularly associated with pathological Internet usage. Escapist and social-compensatory motives played an important role for insecurely attached subjects. However, there were no significant effects with respect to Web-based services and apps used. Results of the analysis of the Rorschach protocol with 16 subjects corroborated these results. Users with pathological Internet use frequently showed signs of infantile relationship structures in the context of social groups. This refers to the results of the Web-based survey, in which interpersonal relationships were the result of an insecure attachment style.ConclusionsPathological Internet use was a function of insecure attachment and limited interpersonal relationships.

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“…Game providers should raise game prices and limit minors’ premature contact with games. Governments should establish adequate prevention and treatment centres for game dependence, providing preventive education, counselling services and treatment interventions 45…”

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Research progress and debates on gaming disorder

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Gaming disorder has become a significant issue in mental healthcare. While gaming is an important form of entertainment, excessive gaming may cause serious consequences for players. At present, there are still controversies in the academic community concerning the public health problems related to gaming disorder. This article attempts to expound the definition, epidemiology, aetiology, diagnosis, treatment and prevention of gaming disorder, in order to contribute to future conceptualization of gaming disorder.

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Therapeutic Interventions in the Treatment of Problematic Internet Use—Experiences from Germany

Cited by 12 publications

References 58 publications

Policy responses to problematic video game use: A systematic review of current measures and future possibilities

Policy responses to problematic video game use: A systematic review of current measures and future possibilities

Attachment Style and Internet Addiction: An Online Survey

Research progress and debates on gaming disorder

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