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Steve Sussman
Steve Sussman
Departments of Preventive Medicine and Psychology, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA, USA
FAAHB, FAPA, Institute for Health Promotion and Disease Prevention Research, University of Southern California, Soto Street Building, 2001 North Soto Street, Room 302A, Los Angeles, CA, 90033, USA
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Meghan B. Moran
School of Communication, San Diego State University, San Diego, CA, USA
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Abstract
Background and aims
The most popular recreational pastime in the U.S. is television viewing. Some researchers have claimed that television may be addictive. We provide a review of the definition, etiology, prevention and treatment of the apparent phenomenon of television addiction.
Methods
Selective review.
Results
We provide a description of television (TV) addiction, including its negative consequences, assessment and potential etiology, considering neurobiological, cognitive and social/cultural factors. Next, we provide information on its prevention and treatment.
Discussion and conclusions
We suggest that television addiction may function similarly to substance abuse disorders but a great deal more research is needed.
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