Update and proposal of Treatment for Internet Gaming Disorder: PIPATIC program
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https://doi.org/10.33898/rdp.v28i107.159Keywords:
internet addiction, online video games, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, adolescent, manualized treatment, Internet Gaming DisorderAbstract
Recently, it has been an increase of consultations in child and adolescent psychology services regarding problematic use of online video games. To provide an effective treatment, previous research into psychotherapeutic approaches of this problem is essential. The aim of this article is to present a description about the design process of a manualized intervention program for 12 to 18 year-old teenagers with Internet Gaming Disorder. Furthermore, this paper describes the: the PIPATIC program. The design and application of the PIPATIC program integrates several areas of intervention structured into six modules: psychoeducational, treatment as usual, intrapersonal, interpersonal, family intervention and development of a new lifestyle. The program goals are to reduce the addiction symptoms related to online video games, as well as to improve the well-being of adolescents. The preliminary findings suggest positive and encouraging effects suggesting further research in this field.Downloads
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2017-07-14
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Rodríguez Torres, A., & Carbonell, X. (2017). Update and proposal of Treatment for Internet Gaming Disorder: PIPATIC program. Revista De Psicoterapia, 28(107), 317–336. https://doi.org/10.33898/rdp.v28i107.159
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