Back to Search Start Over

Screen Use and Social Media "Addiction" in the Era of TikTok: What Generalists Should Know.

Authors :
Xu KY
Tedrick T
Gold JA
Source :
Missouri medicine [Mo Med] 2023 Nov-Dec; Vol. 120 (6), pp. 440-445.
Publication Year :
2023

Abstract

While the term "screen addiction" or "social media addiction" is gaining steam in the popular media, preclinical, clinical, and population health research have not caught up with regards to the diagnosis and treatment of unhealthy screen use. The overarching goal of this article is to provide broad clinical tips to generalists, working outside the mental health specialty, on the evaluation and treatment of unhealthy screen exposure in children and young adults. We will clarify the difference between addiction and overuse, and why this distinction matters. Recognizing that screens are here to stay in the post-COVID era, we will provide guidance on how to reduce potential harms associated with screen exposure without necessarily requiring people to abstain or stop using screens.<br /> (Copyright 2023 by the Missouri State Medical Association.)

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
0026-6620
Volume :
120
Issue :
6
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
Missouri medicine
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
38144925