PREVENTING INTERNET ADDICTION: EXPLORING YOUNG PEOPLE’S POINT OF VIEW
The rapid growth of the internet in recent years had has many advantages, but also presents risks like the development of internet addiction. To prevent the development of this addiction, a handful of preventative interventions have been developed in Asia and Europe. Up until now, these programs have produced mixed results. In order to improve said programs, authors have suggested integrating the point of view of youths. The aim of this exploratory article is to document to perception of Quebec youths on what receivable prevention program for internet addiction would be. Their suggestions are then discussed in the light of existing preventative interventions.