Internet Addiction Quiz

Which term refers to individuals who have grown up using the internet, computers, and mobile devices?

Digital natives

What has become a primary form of communication and information exchange?

Social media

What has transformed social interactions, communication, and patterns of behavior in almost every sphere of life?

Internet

What has led to technology entering the private spheres of human lives?

Greater convenience and extended information access Signup and view all the answers

Which factor seems to contribute to cyberbullying?

Sense of anonymity online Signup and view all the answers

What does research on cyberbullying prevention aim to identify?

Predictors of cyberbullying Signup and view all the answers

What does the relationship between social media use and psychological functioning vary for?

Anxiety and depression Signup and view all the answers

What does excessive smartphone use and little online self-disclosure lead to?

Increased stress and loneliness Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, what are the five major areas examined in the field of cyberpsychology?

Online behavior and personality, social media use and psychological functioning, games and gaming, telepsychology, and virtual reality, artificial intelligence, and applications Signup and view all the answers

What is the percentage of people worldwide who use the internet, according to the text?

Approximately 58% Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of cyberpsychology, as mentioned in the text?

The study of technology and human behavior through the lens of psychology Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is supported by the research on the effects of violent video games on aggressive behavior?

There is a weak association between violent video games and aggression. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is true about the link between violent video game use and delinquency or criminal behavior?

The link between violent video game use and delinquency or criminal behavior is still being studied. Signup and view all the answers

What did the APA Task Force on Violent Media find regarding the impact of violent video game use on negative outcomes?

There is a negative impact of violent video game use on negative outcomes. Signup and view all the answers

Which area has emerged as most prominent in the cyberpsychology literature?

Online behavior and personality Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe the lowering of psychological restraints in online social environments?

The online disinhibition effect Signup and view all the answers

Which personality factors have been associated with Social Networking Site (SNS) preferences?

Extraversion, agreeableness, and conscientiousness Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between emotional stability and social media use?

Emotional stability is negatively related to social media use Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is true about the relationship between personality and online dating activity?

Singles who use dating apps score higher on extraversion and openness to experience Signup and view all the answers

What is the most important contributor to information security awareness?

Conscientiousness Signup and view all the answers

Which personality traits are related to traditional bullying and cyberbullying behaviors in adolescents and adults?

Both Big Five and Dark Triad traits Signup and view all the answers

What are some negative impacts of cyberbullying?

Higher school attendance problems and academic achievement difficulties Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, what is the prevalence range of Internet addiction in the population?

0.7% to 27.7% Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following mental disorders has been found to be comorbid with Internet addiction?

Alcohol abuse Signup and view all the answers

What factors have been found to be statistically related to Internet addiction?

Younger age, male gender, early exposure to the internet, frequent use, availability of time Signup and view all the answers

What psychological attributes are moderately to strongly associated with addictive social networking site (SNS) use?

Low self-esteem, shyness, and loneliness Signup and view all the answers