The relationship of Internet use to depression and social isolation among adolescents

The present study investigated whether higher levels of Internet use are as sociated with depression and social isolation among adolescents. Eighty-nin e high school seniors were administered a questionnaire that measured low ( less than 1 hour per day), moderate (1-2 hours per day), and high (more tha n 2 hours per day) Internet use; relationships with mother, father, and pee rs; and depression. Low Internet users, as compared with high users, report ed better relationships with their mothers and friends.