THE IMPACT OF PARENTAL INVOLVEMENT ON ADOLESCENTS' INTERNET ADDICTION

Abstract

This paper examines the intricate relationship between parental involvement and adolescents' internet addiction. As internet usage among adolescents continues to rise, understanding the role of parental involvement in mitigating or exacerbating internet addiction is crucial. Through an extensive review of existing literature, this paper synthesizes empirical evidence to elucidate how various dimensions of parental involvement, such as parental monitoring, communication, and support, influence adolescents' internet usage patterns and addiction behaviors. Additionally, this paper explores potential mechanisms underlying the impact of parental involvement on adolescent internet addiction, including psychological, socio-cultural, and familial factors. The findings underscore the significance of parental involvement as a protective factor against adolescent internet addiction and offer insights for developing effective intervention strategies to promote healthy internet usage among adolescents.