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Oct 30, 2023

Surfing the web too much? Study links problematic internet use to heightened ADHD symptoms

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In a recent study published in the Journal of Psychiatric Research, researchers describe the relationship between problematic internet use (PIU) and the symptoms of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

Study: The relationship between problematic internet use and attention deficit, hyperactivity and impulsivity: A meta-analysis. Image Credit: Alexxndr / Shutterstock.com

Background

Excessive use of the internet has become a potential public health concern worldwide. In fact, according to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders 5th edition (DSM-5), internet gaming disorder, gaming, and gambling disorder are considered specific mental health problems associated with excessive internet use.

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