in this context, something that doesn’t last long

a way of moving through online content quickly

a chemical in the body that gives us a short-term feeling of reward

a loss of control over doing, taking or using something, even when it is harmful

Online addiction

RSHE (PSHE)

This unit addresses issues related to addiction and gambling, seeking help and advice, dealing with trolls and harassment, understanding sexual imagery, and sharing personal information online.

Media influence: how can I look after myself?

Subjects which particular individuals may be sensitive to, eg, adoption, migration, bereavement or death, divorce, poverty, deprivation.

Depiction or discussion of sensitive content

Depiction or discussion of sexual content

The chemical in the body that gives us a short-term feeling of reward is called ...

Which of these online activities might cause the brain to release 'the pleasure hormone'?

no longer participating in offline activities that were once enjoyed

becoming angry or agitated if asked to stop using a digital device

not caring what other people are saying or doing online

being honest about how much time you spend online

Signs of an online addiction can include ...

Complete the sentence: {{}} can be reduced in various ways, like setting limits and spending time doing activities offline.

A {{}} of digital devices makes up the internet.

Which of these are reliable places to go to for information about relationships?

hurt or harm someone in return for an insult or offence

having no protection from something harmful

Match the words to their correct definitions.

no longer participating in offline activities they used to enjoy

continuing to enjoy their favourite offline activities

getting a full night's sleep with no issues

Which of these are signs that someone might be developing unhealthy online habits?

loss of control over doing, taking or using something, even when it is harmful

doing something because other people ask you to

To view this lesson, you must be in year 7 and above

Depiction or discussion of sensitive content

Depiction or discussion of sexual content

Adult supervision required

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.

Online addiction

Lesson outcome

Content guidance

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.