Skip to main content Skip to accessibility
This website is not compatible with your web browser. You should install a newer browser. If you live in Jersey and need help upgrading call the States of Jersey web team on 440099.
Government of Jerseygov.je

Information and public services for the Island of Jersey

L'înformâtion et les sèrvices publyis pouor I'Île dé Jèrri

  • Choose the service you want to log in to:

  • gov.je

    Update your notification preferences

  • one.gov.je

    Access government services

  • CAESAR

    Clear goods through customs or claim relief

  • Talentlink

    View or update your States of Jersey job application

Tackling internet addiction

05 July 2011

Parents and teachers are being invited to a presentation that will highlight potentially addictive behaviour in young people who overuse computer games and the internet.

Canada-based international addiction expert Rick Dubras will be in the Island on Wednesday 13 July 2011 to increase awareness about the issue.

“Computer gaming is not as benign as we’ve been led to believe,” Mr Dubras warns. “The use and progressive overuse of the internet and gaming has been becoming more of a concurrent mental health condition and issue in school drop out, failing grades, increased social isolation and family discord.”

Jon Tarrant, ESC’s E-Safety officer said: “Rick’s lively and informative presentation will provide an invaluable opportunity for parents and professionals to learn about these issues and the results of positive interventions with young people who are compulsive players of online games or non-stop users of Facebook.”

The event will take place in the Haute Vallée Theatre at 6pm. Admission is free and all are welcome to attend.

Our sites
Back to top
rating button