Digital addiction in young people – What healthcare professionals need to know

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In this episode:

  • Recognising problematic digital use in children and adolescents
  • Identifying clinical and behavioural signs
  • Understanding co-existing mental health conditions
  • Differentiating healthy vs harmful digital use
  • What can healthcare professionals do to help – Practical support and resources

 

Expert: Prof Wayne Warburton, Registered Psychologist

Host: Dr Rebecca Overton, GP and Medical Educator

Total time: 36 mins

 

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Last Updated: 10 Jul, 2025

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