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@article{194032,
        author = {Mrs. Lija Elizabeth N John and Mr. Abilash K S and Mr. Dinesh M},
        title = {A STUDY TO ASSESS THE EFFECTIVENESS OF STRUCTURED TEACHING PROGRAMME ON KNOWLEDGE REGARDING PREVENTION OF INTERNET ADDICTION AMONG ADOLESCENTS IN SELECTED SCHOOLS AT BANGALORE},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2026},
        volume = {12},
        number = {10},
        pages = {2666-2671},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=194032},
        abstract = {Internet addiction has become a growing concern among adolescents due to increased access to digital devices, social media, online gaming, and other internet-based activities. Excessive internet use can negatively affect adolescents’ physical health, academic performance, social relationships, and mental well-being. Lack of awareness regarding the harmful effects of internet overuse and poor self-regulation may increase the risk of internet addiction among adolescents. Educational interventions can play an important role in improving knowledge and promoting healthy internet usage habits among school students. The present study aimed to assess the effectiveness of a Structured Teaching Programme on knowledge regarding prevention of internet addiction among adolescents in selected schools at Bangalore. A quantitative research approach with a pre-experimental one group pre-test and post-test design was adopted. The study sample consisted of 50 adolescents selected using a non-probability purposive sampling technique. Data were collected using a demographic proforma and a structured knowledge questionnaire regarding prevention of internet addiction. A pre-test was conducted to assess the baseline knowledge of adolescents, followed by the administration of the Structured Teaching Programme. After the intervention, a post-test was conducted using the same questionnaire to evaluate the effectiveness of the programme. The findings of the study revealed that the knowledge level of adolescents improved significantly after the Structured Teaching Programme. Statistical analysis showed a significant difference between pre-test and post-test knowledge scores. The study concluded that the Structured Teaching Programme was effective in improving knowledge regarding prevention of internet addiction among adolescents. The findings highlight the importance of mental health education and awareness programmes in schools to promote responsible internet use and prevent internet addiction among adolescents.},
        keywords = {Internet Addiction, Structured Teaching Programme, Adolescents, Prevention, Knowledge, School Students.},
        month = {March},
        }