Virtual Grand Rounds: Technological Addictions: The New Frontier of Addiction Psychiatry
Presented by
Petros Levounis, M.D., MA
Professor and Chair, Department of Psychiatry
Associate Dean for Professional Development, Rutgers New Jersey Medical School
Chief of Service, University Hospital
Wednesday, April 27th, 2022
11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Live Presentation via Zoom
Register here: https://silverhill.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_kTAX1wWmSWeDgRyFPJ5ZBA
Addiction to video games, cybersex, internet gambling, texting and emailing, e-baying and online auctions, and other technologies can be every bit as addictive as substances leading to the loss of jobs, loved ones, and happiness. This session will focus on the addictive potential of technology and its relation to mental health.
Educational Objectives
As a result of participating in this activity, learners should be able to:
- List five forms of Technological Addictions as they appear in the scientific literature of 2021
- Describe the psychology and culture surrounding Internet Gaming addiction
- Distinguish between normal use and addiction
Accreditation Statement: Silver Hill Hospital is accredited by the Massachusetts Medical Society to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
Designation Statement: Silver Hill Hospital designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
This program has been approved for 1.5 Continuing Education Credit Hours by the National Association of Social Workers, CT and meets the continuing education criteria for CT Social Work Licensure renewal. Approval also meets the continuing education criteria for CT LMFTs, LPCs, and licensed psychologists
Disclosure: No one in control of content has indicated a relevant financial relationship with an ACCME defined commercial interest.