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Internet Addiction test: what it measures and how to interpret your score

Gildas GarrecPsychopraticien TCC
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In brief : Internet addiction encompasses different forms of online dependency that go beyond simple excessive screen use.

Internet addiction encompasses different forms of online dependency that go beyond simple excessive screen use. This test evaluates four specific dimensions: addiction to online video games, dependency on online shopping, compulsive content consumption (streaming, pornography, information), and addiction to digital communication. It will help you identify which forms of Internet addiction concern you most.

What the test measures

  • Dependency on online video games, mobile games, or online gambling
  • Compulsive buying behavior on the Internet (e-commerce, auctions, in-app purchases)
  • Compulsive consumption of online content (streaming, videos, information, pornography)
  • Dependency on forms of digital communication (messaging, forums, chats)

How to interpret your score

Your result reads as an intensity, not a diagnosis:

  • Low : Your relationship with the Internet is healthy and balanced. You use digital technology as a tool without becoming dependent.
  • Moderate : You show moderate signs of Internet addiction in certain areas. A few adjustments would improve your digital balance.
  • High : Your Internet addiction is significant and impacts your daily life in multiple areas.
  • Very High : Your Internet addiction is severe and seriously affects your health, relationships, and professional life.

What your full report includes

Beyond the 5 free questions, the detailed PDF report (from EUR 1.99) includes:

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  • Introduction : This report presents the results of your Internet addiction assessment. It analyzes four specific forms of online addiction: video games, online shopping, content consumption, and digital communication.
  • Global Score : Your overall Internet addiction score is {globalScore}%, which corresponds to a {globalLevel} level.
  • Dimension Analysis : Here is the breakdown of your scores for each form of Internet addiction. This analysis allows you to identify the areas where your Internet use is most problematic.
  • Recommendations : Based on your results, here are personalized recommendations for restoring a healthy use of the Internet.
  • Resources : Specialized digital addiction consultations are available at university hospitals. Free helplines for young people are available. Screen time management apps can also be useful.
The first 5 questions are free; the full personalised report (your precise score, your profile per dimension, your recommendations) is paid.

When to take this test

  • You recognise yourself in internet addiction, internet, video games and want to see more clearly.
  • You want a structured reading rather than a vague impression.
  • You are looking for an objective starting point before talking to a professional if needed.

FAQ

How long does the test take? 25 questions, about 12 min. The first 5 are free. Does the test provide a diagnosis? No. It measures an intensity and gives you reference points; only a professional can make a diagnosis. Are my answers confidential? Yes: the test is 100% anonymous and the report is delivered directly to you.

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Gildas Garrec · CBT Psychopractitioner

Certified practitioner in cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), author of 16 books on applied psychology and relationships. Over 900 clinical articles published across Psychologie et Sérénité.

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