The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Delhi is set to open India’s first Centre for Advanced Research on Addictive Behaviours (CAR-AB) to address the growing issue of internet and technology addiction among children and youth. Approved by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), the center will focus on creating evidence-based solutions to tackle problematic technology use.

Growing concerns over digital addiction- Aiims Delhi is set to establish India’s first Centre for Advanced Research on Addictive Behaviours (CAR-AB) to address the growing concern of internet and technology addiction among children and youth. “Excessive and problematic use of technology has been recognised as a major public health problem,” says Yatan Pal Singh Balhara, faculty in-charge of the Behavioral Addictions Clinic (BAC) at Aiims, Delhi, who is leading the project.

The Economic Survey of India (2024-25) has identified excessive internet use as a major contributor to mental health issues among children and adolescents, urging immediate school and family-level interventions. In response, AIIMS Delhi is launching the Centre for Advanced Research on Addictive Behaviours (CAR-AB), aiming to tackle digital addiction through prevention, early detection, and intervention programs.

 The center will develop structured initiatives for children and youth struggling with tech addiction while also providing resources for parents, teachers, and healthcare professionals to manage these challenges. A key feature of the project is an AI-powered predictive model that can identify individuals at risk of excessive technology use, enabling early intervention. With an Rs 14 crore budget, the center will collaborate with schools, colleges, and experts from IITs and other medical institutions to create a national response to technology-related behavioral disorders.

 The initiative underscores the need for a collaborative approach involving educators, healthcare providers, families, and policymakers to combat the growing issue of digital addiction.

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