An Integrative Review of Interventions for Preventing Internet and Smartphone Addiction in Elementary School Students: Based on the IMB Model

• DOI: 10.17547/kjsr.2024.32.3.133
• Publication Date: 2024-09-30T05:22:41Z
• Authors: Hyemin Park; Bohye Kim; Jaehee Jeong; Hwa Jeong Kim; Yebin Kim
• Keywords: Smartphone addiction

Background: This study analyzes and evaluates the effectiveness of various interventions designed to prevent internet smartphone addiction among elementary school students based on Information-Motivation-Behavioral Skills (IMB) model.Methods: An integrative literature review examined studies published in last ten years that focus preventive for students. The selected were analyzed using IMB model, which includes information, motivation, behavioral skills as key components.Results: analysis identified several critical components effective prevention programs: providing relevant enhancing interpersonal relationships, emotional management, self-control, impulse control skills. Effective programs often included group interventions, visual aids, play activities, parental involvement.Conclusions: findings suggest balanced integration is essential developing provides a foundation future research development comprehensive tailored unique characteristics this age group.