By the end of this course, you will be able to
Define digital well-being and differentiate between habit and addiction. Then, you will learn to recognize the different types of technology addiction.
Identify factors that increase internet addiction, describe the signs and symptoms of internet addiction, and determine the criteria for diagnosing internet addiction.
Explain the impact of internet addiction on a personal and social level and you will learn to suggest different strategies to recover from internet addiction.
Course details
- 1 h 12 m/14 lessons
- Last updated: 29/1/2023
- 1 learning resources
- Course completion certificate
Course Content
Course Introduction
Understanding Internet Addiction
Course Introduction
Understanding Internet Addiction
Habit or Addiction
Symptoms of Internet Addiction
Risk Factors
Why do people become addicted to the internet?
Types of Internet Addiction
Physical Consequences
Warning Signs
Diagnosing Internet Addiction Disorder (IAD)
How to Protect Yourself From Internet Addiction
Digital Wellbeing
Strategies to Recover From Internet Addiction
Course Wrap Up
About this course
Using the internet has been essential in our lives; however, it can negatively impact us if we don't pay enough attention to how we use it. In this training course, you will learn about the essential ways needed to improve your relationship with the internet and use it in a more positive, and less intrusive way, types of internet addiction, why people become addicted to the internet, and internet addiction disorder diagnosis (IAD).
Course requirements and prerequisites
This course requires a basic level of English understanding. The course will be in Arabic; however, some words might be in English.
Mentor
Dr. Ahmed Sewilam
Psychiatrist
1,272 Learners
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