Title

Posttraumatic Stress Disoder And Internet Addictions

Abstract

An estimated 15% of the American population experiences Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) in their lifetime. Those with PTSD have a higher probability of developing an addictive behavior as a means to cope with symptoms associated with this diagnosis. Behavioral addictions, such as Internet usage, need to be considered while working with PTSD clients. An overview of Internet addictions will be provided, along with a brief explanation of how behavioral addictions can affect the behavioral, neurobiological, and psychological aspects of the individual. Some suggestions for treatment will be provided.

Publication Date

11-1-2005

Publication Title

Journal of Technology in Counseling

Volume

4

Issue

1

Document Type

Article

Personal Identifier

scopus

Socpus ID

27944494737 (Scopus)

Source API URL

https://api.elsevier.com/content/abstract/scopus_id/27944494737

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