Young et al (2007) Flashcards
1
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When did this study take place?
A
2007
2
Q
What were the aims of this study?
A
To test the effectiveness of CBT in treating internet addiction
3
Q
What were the procedures used?
A
- 114 ppts
- Ppts had weekly CBT sessions
- Questionnaires given at 3rd, 8th and 12th online CBT session and then at 6 month follow up
4
Q
What did the questions assess?
A
- Effectiveness and quality of counselling
- Motivation to quit internet addiction
- Ability to control offline activities
- Relationship and sexual functioning
5
Q
What were the results of this study?
A
Most showed:
- continuous improvement by 3rd session
- effective symptom management by sessions 8 and 12
- overall symptom maintenance by 6 month follow up
6
Q
What were the conclusions?
A
- Enabled clients to reduce thoughts and behaviours associated with compulsive internet use
- Achieved relapse prevention
- Reduced rationalisations that let to internet abuse
- Achieved offline proactive lifestyle changes
7
Q
strengths
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- using same questions and rating scales increases reliability and scientific status
- shows CBT is effective in treating Internet addiction
8
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weaknesses
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- different types of internet addiction were identified so it’s unclear whether CBT had the same effect in treating all types
- questions about their feelings may cause ppts to change their answers to make them more socially desirable