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· Depriving oneself of sleep to spend time on the Net. · Restlessness or irritability when attempting to cut down Internet use. · Sleep disturbances, including changes in sleep pattern, related to computer use. · Neglecting other responsbilities like time with family or socializing, work or health concerns but spending several hours a day on the Net. · Lying to family members or friends to conceal the extent of involvement with the Internet. · Feeling empty, depressed or irritable when not at the computer. · Problems with school or job as a result of spending too much time on the computer. · Eating irregularities such as skipping meals. · Thinking about the net constantly even when you are not on-line. Attemting to cut back on time on the Internet, often telling yourself you will, but being unable to do this. Frequently telling yourself you will spend a small amount of time on-line, only to discover hours later that several hours have gone by. |
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Internet Addiction Syndrome There is now an official name for who have become addicted to the Internet: they are suffering from 'Internet Addiction Syndrome.' What is Addiction? A behavior pattern of compulsive drug use characterised by overwhelming involvement... About Behavioral Addiction People can become addicted to activities even when there is no true physiological dependence or physiological addiction... Professional Opinions Some mental health professionals say people aren't addicted to the Internet they are addicted to... Internet Addiction Survey Take the Internet Addiction Survey Challenge and see are you... Internet Addiction Home Page Yes it is not a joke, the internet can be addictive! |
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