The Repercussion of the Internet on Psychological Wellbeing: Discussion on Diverse Psychopathology and Treatment Approaches

The Repercussion of the Internet on Psychological Wellbeing: Discussion on Diverse Psychopathology and Treatment Approaches

Shilpa Suresh Bisen, Yogesh Deshpande
Copyright: © 2019 |Pages: 17
ISBN13: 9781522584490|ISBN10: 1522584498|EISBN13: 9781522584506
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-5225-8449-0.ch005
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Bisen, Shilpa Suresh, and Yogesh Deshpande. "The Repercussion of the Internet on Psychological Wellbeing: Discussion on Diverse Psychopathology and Treatment Approaches." Multifaceted Approach to Digital Addiction and Its Treatment, edited by Bahadir Bozoglan, IGI Global, 2019, pp. 101-117. https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-5225-8449-0.ch005

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Bisen, S. S. & Deshpande, Y. (2019). The Repercussion of the Internet on Psychological Wellbeing: Discussion on Diverse Psychopathology and Treatment Approaches. In B. Bozoglan (Ed.), Multifaceted Approach to Digital Addiction and Its Treatment (pp. 101-117). IGI Global. https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-5225-8449-0.ch005

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Bisen, Shilpa Suresh, and Yogesh Deshpande. "The Repercussion of the Internet on Psychological Wellbeing: Discussion on Diverse Psychopathology and Treatment Approaches." In Multifaceted Approach to Digital Addiction and Its Treatment, edited by Bahadir Bozoglan, 101-117. Hershey, PA: IGI Global, 2019. https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-5225-8449-0.ch005

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Abstract

The internet is an essential and integral part of our lives, whether it's about looking for a meaning of a word, searching for a journal, shopping, or connecting to others. Human beings cannot think of life without the internet. Although it's having a positive impact, the negative side is there. Problematic internet use is defined as non-chemical or behavioral addictions, which involve human-machine interactions and can be harmful as it leads to numerous forms of psychological disorders. The chapter addresses various psychopathologies arising due to excessive internet use (e.g., problematic internet use, online gaming, online gambling, and compulsive cybersex). The chapter frames a strong theoretical background along with recent controversial issues related to the disorder. The chapter is delineated to acquaint readers with new concepts arising in clinical psychology that will help mental health professionals to be well equipped with skills required for the prevention and treatment of internet-related psychological disorders.

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