Description

This chapter examines the emerging construct of Internet addiction, how it is conceptualized in the current diagnostic nomenclature, and how it can be addressed and processed in the counseling relationship.

Objectives:

1. Explore various techniques and instruments that can be used to assess for Internet addiction
2. Understand evidence-based practices for addressing and treating Internet addiction across various clinical settings

Source:
Watson, J. C. (2015). Internet addiction. In R. L. Smith (Ed.), Treatment strategies for substance and process addictions (pp. 293–312). Alexandria, VA: American Counseling Association

Speaker(s):

• Joshua C. Watson, PhD, Professor, Texas A&M University Corpus Christi

Category: Book Chapter