This document provides an overview of internet addiction, including what addiction is, what constitutes internet addiction, types of internet addiction, ways to assess if one is an internet addict, potential effects of internet addiction, and approaches to overcoming internet addiction. It discusses how internet addiction can lead to physical, psychological, social, and sleep issues. It also outlines a process for determining if one is addicted to the internet and reducing internet usage over time with substitute activities in order to overcome an addiction.
This document provides an overview of internet addiction, including what addiction is, what constitutes internet addiction, types of internet addiction, ways to assess if one is an internet addict, potential effects of internet addiction, and approaches to overcoming internet addiction. It discusses how internet addiction can lead to physical, psychological, social, and sleep issues. It also outlines a process for determining if one is addicted to the internet and reducing internet usage over time with substitute activities in order to overcome an addiction.
This document provides an overview of internet addiction, including what addiction is, what constitutes internet addiction, types of internet addiction, ways to assess if one is an internet addict, potential effects of internet addiction, and approaches to overcoming internet addiction. It discusses how internet addiction can lead to physical, psychological, social, and sleep issues. It also outlines a process for determining if one is addicted to the internet and reducing internet usage over time with substitute activities in order to overcome an addiction.
This document provides an overview of internet addiction, including what addiction is, what constitutes internet addiction, types of internet addiction, ways to assess if one is an internet addict, potential effects of internet addiction, and approaches to overcoming internet addiction. It discusses how internet addiction can lead to physical, psychological, social, and sleep issues. It also outlines a process for determining if one is addicted to the internet and reducing internet usage over time with substitute activities in order to overcome an addiction.
KALAFAT 061210046 BÜŞRA COŞKUN 061210103 OUTLINE What is addiction? What is internet addiction? Types of internet addiction? Take a Test What are the effects? Overcoming internet addiction? What is addiction?
Addiction is a compulsive need for and use of a
habit-forming substance. What is internet addiction? Internet addiction disorder refers to the problematic use of the Internet, including the various aspects of its technology, such as electronic mail (e-mail) and the World Wide Web. Types of Internet Addiction 1)Social Networks/ Dating Sites 2) Gaming ( Video computer ) and Online Gambling 3)General Surfing 1. Do you feel nervous, temperamental or depressed when you reduce or give up internet use? 2. Do you stay online longer than originally intended? 3. Do you feel satisfied with internet use if you increase your amount of online time? 4. Have you failed to control internet use repeatedly? 5. Do you use the internet as a way of escaping from problems? You are an internet addict if you answered ‘yes’ to at least two questions WHAT ARE THE EFFECTS? Physical Effects
Overuse internet can lead to sedentary lifestyles, weight
gain and a deterioration in physical fitness. Other symptoms can include carpal tunnel syndrome, dry eyes, migraine headaches, a poor personal hygiene and backaches. Depression
Surfing the internet can expose a 'dark side' of the
soul, with online addicts more likely to be depressed. Psychologist found the longer people spent on websites, the more unhappy they were. Those worst affected are both depressed and addicted, possibly because they are substituting the net for normal social activities. Sleep Disorder
Overuse internet can contribute to sleep disorder.
computer use among adolescents was associated with later bed times, later waking times, less restful sleep and an overall decrease in sleep. The use of computers before bedtime causes insomnia because of the light from screen. Social Effects
Internet addiction affects social life. They might present
some emotions such as withdrawal, feeling angry, tense, or depressed when the Internet is not available, excessive Internet use, resulting in a loss of time, (which is a very precious thing), mood swings, including arguments, lying, isolation, fatigue, and poor achievement of goals. The effects of Internet on Children Internet can be dangerous, and there are harmful effects when misused -- potentially, inflicting social and psychological damage on children and pushing them into leading isolated, antisocial lives in a virtual world away from real life. And internet addiction affects negatively his or her scholastic performance, relationship with the family and psychological health. IN 2007 OVERCOMING INTERNET ADDICTION 1. Determine how much time you spend on internet per week. 2. Use the chart below to decide if you are addicted to the Internet. • 10 or less hours:not addicted. Good job. • 11-15 hours:not an addiction yet. You just need to cut down on your time. • 16-25 hours: Somewhat addicted. • 26+:you are Extremely addicted 3. If you are on the Internet for an excessive amount of time, you will need to find substitute activities such as reading, writing, or exercise to distract you from the Internet. 4. Slowly shorten the amount of time you allow yourself on the Internet. • Set a timer if necessary. 5. Reduce to 2 hours per day or less and get on with the remainder of your life. 6. If you still have difficulties, you may need professional assistance. WALL-E Usefull Links http://www.addictionrecov.org/Addictions/in dex.aspx?AID=43 http://www.helpguide.org/mental/internet_c ybersex_addiction.htm http://internetaddictiondisorder.org/ THANK YOU FOR LİSTENİNG TO US