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

Screening for Problematic Internet Use

Jonathan D'Angelo  1 , Megan A Moreno  2
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Screening for Problematic Internet Use

Jonathan D'Angelo et al. Pediatrics. 2020 May.

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.

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POTENTIAL CONFLICT OF INTEREST: The authors have indicated they have no potential conflicts of interest to disclose.

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