Effectiveness of WeChat Public Account Intervention Based on the Information-Motivation-Behavioral Skills Model Among College Students With Internet Addiction: Randomized Controlled Trial - Summary - MDSpire
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Effectiveness of WeChat Public Account Intervention Based on the Information-Motivation-Behavioral Skills Model Among College Students With Internet Addiction: Randomized Controlled Trial
To evaluate the effectiveness of WeChat public account interventions based on the Information-Motivation-Behavioral Skills (IMB) framework in reducing internet addiction among college students.
Approach:
Study Design: A randomized controlled study was conducted to assess the impact of WeChat interventions on college students experiencing internet addiction.
Intervention: The intervention utilized the IMB model, focusing on providing information, enhancing motivation, and developing behavioral skills related to internet use.
Key Findings:
The WeChat intervention significantly reduced levels of internet addiction among participants.
Improvements were observed in participants' motivation and behavioral skills related to internet use.
The IMB framework effectively guided the intervention design and implementation.
Interpretation:
The findings indicate that online interventions via WeChat can be a method for addressing internet addiction in college students, utilizing the IMB model.
Limitations:
The study may have limited generalizability due to its specific population and setting.
Potential biases in self-reported measures of internet addiction could affect the results.
Conclusion:
WeChat public account interventions based on the IMB framework show promise in mitigating internet addiction among college students.
