Social Isolation: Unhealthy Internet Usage
5 CE hours, ASWB Hours, NBCC Hours, NAADAC Hours
ASWB ACE #1778, NBCC ACEP #7078, NAADAC ACEP # 218310
Self-study and self-pace. Inclusive to all learners
Self-paced, reading-based online activity
Course Level: Intermediate
Visual presentations- all modules contain pdf file power point presentations, supporting research and documents, quizzes at the end of each module and evaluation form
Date of Course Update: 10/2021
Course Developed by: Dr. Samantha Dutra
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Learning objectives
A. Identify What is Social Media, Online Social Networking and How does this relate to Mental Health and Compulsions-Signs & Symptoms?
B. Examine & Categorize What are the Negative and Positive Effects of Online Social Networking and how Does this Impact Problems with Internet Usage and Increase Social Isolation?
C. Analyze Treatment for Internet Usage Compulsions, Social isolation, Obsessions and other Compulsive related Components
Course Description:
Within this course, you will identify and learn about social media within the context of online social networking and how this social trend influences mental health as well as compulsions. You will examine and categorize the negative and positive effects of social networking online as well as the impact it plays on mental health. Finally, you will learn of various treatment methods proposed for compulsions towards excessive internet use.
Outline & Agenda for this Course
Week 1 Overview
1. Download, Watch & Study Power Point: MODULE A in File Tab
Social Isolation: Unhealthy Internet Usage
1.75 Continuing Education Hours
2. Review and Study the Literature Journal Article on Social Media & Internet Overuse in: Files or download
3. Read & Review How to Guide, Accommodations and Logistics on taking your course & Updated Training Information.
(1.75 Continuing Educational Hours)
Week 2 Overview
1. Download, Watch & Study Power Point: MODULE B in File Tab
Social Isolation: Unhealthy Internet Usage
1.5 Continuing Education Hours
2. Review and Study the Social Networking Sites, Internet & Isolation Journal Articles in: Files or download
(1.5 Continuing Educational Hours)
Week 3 Overview
1. Download, Watch & Study Power Point: MODULE C in File Tab
Social Isolation: Unhealthy Internet Usage
1.75 Continuing Education Hours
2. Review and Study SNS, Social Media Abuse Journal Articles in: Files or download
3. Take Mandatory Final QUIZ
4. Mandatory Evaluation Form:
Complete the evaluation form at the following link. Copy and Paste the link in a new browser to complete. Then copy and paste the same link for grading in the URL section or text box within CANVAS. You will be graded full points after completion.
5. Please fill out in order to receive your CE hours certificate. After complete attestation form, please copy and paste the same link in the URL section or text box section within CANVAS for submission.
Mandatory Attestation Form:
(1.75 Continuing Educational Hours)
Total CE Hours: 5

