Screening for Problematic Internet Use

Pediatrics. 2020 May;145(Suppl 2):S181-S185. doi: 10.1542/peds.2019-2056F.

Abstract

Problematic Internet use (PIU) by adolescents is of growing concern among both parents and pediatricians. Early controversies may have contributed to challenges in defining and measuring PIU. A variety of screening tools have evolved, aligned with different constructs of PIU, although a validated screening tool does exist. Current data and American Academy of Pediatrics policy reflect evidence-driven screening for PIU for all youth.

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Adult
  • Behavior, Addictive / diagnosis
  • Behavior, Addictive / epidemiology*
  • Behavior, Addictive / prevention & control
  • Behavior, Addictive / psychology
  • Child
  • Disruptive, Impulse Control, and Conduct Disorders / diagnosis
  • Disruptive, Impulse Control, and Conduct Disorders / epidemiology*
  • Disruptive, Impulse Control, and Conduct Disorders / prevention & control
  • Disruptive, Impulse Control, and Conduct Disorders / psychology
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Internet* / statistics & numerical data
  • Male
  • Mass Screening*
  • Pediatrics
  • Physician's Role
  • Prevalence
  • United States
  • Young Adult