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Internet: Even elementary school children are addicted

Internet: Even elementary school children are addicted

The number of Internet addicts among 14 to 18-year-olds in Germany doubled to almost 8 percent during the pandemic; experts suspect similar numbers in Austria. South Korea, which is ahead of us in terms of technology, struggles with 20 percent of Internet addicts in this age group.

The Pro-mente Gambling Addiction Outpatient Clinic on the Neuromed Campus is getting more inquiries than ever before – and recently started dealing with nine-year-olds. For those affected, screen consumption is so extreme that they can no longer go to school or work.

The conference “Addiction has many faces” is taking place today in the Ursulinenhof in Linz. According to Christine Haberlander, the state of Upper Austria is investing in education, information and prevention.

Source: Nachrichten

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