~~ Internet Addiction ~~

[Ice.Cream]

Internet Addiction

Internet addiction is described as an impulse control disorder which does not involve use of an intoxicating drug and is very similar to pathological gambling.

Signs of Internet addiction include the following:

• Preoccupation with the Internet. (Thoughts about previous on-line activity or anticipation of the next on-line session.)
• Use of the Internet in increasing amounts of time in order to achieve satisfaction.
• Repeated, unsuccessful efforts to control, cut back, or stop Internet use.
• Feelings of restlessness, moodiness, depression or irritability when attempting to cut down use of the Internet.
• On-line longer than originally intended.
• Jeopardized or risked loss of significant relationships, job, educational or career opportunities because of Internet use.
• Lies to family members, therapist, or others to conceal the extent of involvement with the Internet.
• Use of the Internet as a way to escape from problems or to relieve a dysphoric mood. (e.g., feelings of hopelessness, guilt, anxiety, depression.)

Problems caused by Internet Addiction

Internet addiction results in personal, family, academic, financial and occupational problems that are characteristic of other addictions. Impairment of real life relationships are disrupted as a result of excessive use of the internet. Internet addicts spend more time in solitary seclusion and spend less time with real people in their lives. Arguments may result due to the volume of time spent on-line. Internet addicts may attempt to conceal the amount of time spent on-line, which results in distrust and the disturbance of quality in once stable relationships.
Financial problems may occur due to the significant amount of time spent on-line and the service provider charges. Common financial issues are large bills for use of some services, the telephone connection charges and telephone bills for calls made to �friends� in chat rooms. Other financial charges may include a connection with compulsive spending/shopping. Internet addicts may choose to shop on-line and credit card charges for purchases may become high. Also, a connection with gambling exists with the availability of on-line casinos.

What makes the Internet addictive?

Some internet users may develop an emotional attachment to on-line friends and activities they create on their computer screens. Internet users may enjoy aspects of the internet that allow them to meet, socialize and exchange ideas through the use of chat rooms or "virtual communities". These communities allow the person the means to escape from reality and seek out means to fulfill unmet emotional and psychological needs, which are more intimate and less threatening than real life relationships.Some Internet addicts may also create on-line personas where they are able to alter their identities and pretend to be someone other than themselves.The highest risk for creation of a secret life are those who suffer from low self esteem, feelings of inadequacy, and fear of disapproval from others. Such negative self concepts lead to clinical problems of depression and anxiety.

[Administrator]

Originally Posted by Sweet.Snow Internet Addiction Internet addiction is described as an impulse control disorder which does not involve use of an intoxicating drug and is very similar to pathological gambling. Signs of Internet addiction include the following: Preoccupation with the Internet. (Thoughts about previous on-line activity or anticipation of the next on-line session.) Use of the Internet in increasing amounts of time in order to achieve satisfaction. Repeated, unsuccessful efforts to control, cut back, or stop Internet use. Feelings of restlessness, moodiness, depression or irritability when attempting to cut down use of the Internet. On-line longer than originally intended. Jeopardized or risked loss of significant relationships, job, educational or career opportunities because of Internet use. Lies to family members, therapist, or others to conceal the extent of involvement with the Internet. Use of the Internet as a way to escape from problems or to relieve a dysphoric mood. (e.g., feelings of hopelessness, guilt, anxiety, depression.) Problems caused by Internet Addiction Internet addiction results in personal, family, academic, financial and occupational problems that are characteristic of other addictions. Impairment of real life relationships are disrupted as a result of excessive use of the internet. Internet addicts spend more time in solitary seclusion and spend less time with real people in their lives. Arguments may result due to the volume of time spent on-line. Internet addicts may attempt to conceal the amount of time spent on-line, which results in distrust and the disturbance of quality in once stable relationships. Financial problems may occur due to the significant amount of time spent on-line and the service provider charges. Common financial issues are large bills for use of some services, the telephone connection charges and telephone bills for calls made to �friends� in chat rooms. Other financial charges may include a connection with compulsive spending/shopping. Internet addicts may choose to shop on-line and credit card charges for purchases may become high. Also, a connection with gambling exists with the availability of on-line casinos. What makes the Internet addictive? Some internet users may develop an emotional attachment to on-line friends and activities they create on their computer screens. Internet users may enjoy aspects of the internet that allow them to meet, socialize and exchange ideas through the use of chat rooms or "virtual communities". These communities allow the person the means to escape from reality and seek out means to fulfill unmet emotional and psychological needs, which are more intimate and less threatening than real life relationships.Some Internet addicts may also create on-line personas where they are able to alter their identities and pretend to be someone other than themselves.The highest risk for creation of a secret life are those who suffer from low self esteem, feelings of inadequacy, and fear of disapproval from others. Such negative self concepts lead to clinical problems of depression and anxiety.

Internet ki aadat bahut majboor kar deti hai... limit mein he rehna chahiye...
Since I've been associated with LC and have been online since the last decade or so, I have seen some very severe cases of internet addiction. users tend to get hooked to gaming, chatting and discussion sites...
will comment more on this later... keep pouring in

[ChillPill]

u dont hav 2 be addictive 2 it...... be more organised.......let other things run into yr life other than internet........if u r bored.. dont take internet chattings as yr daily life...... take some time off 2 go out and smell the flowers and the grass.... plan yr life if u stay home most of the time...... there are so many things out there in "real life" u can do with. Yea of course we miss our so called "internet pals" but do get to know them by meeting them personally (if they belong to the same country as yrself)... see them yrself and m sure u will be surprised that they might not be the same as on internet..lolz......

[Ice.Cream]

Originally Posted by §ï®F Tµma®ï ®êß »» u dont hav 2 be addictive 2 it...... be more organised.......let other things run into yr life other than internet........if u r bored.. dont take internet chattings as yr daily life...... take some time off 2 go out and smell the flowers and the grass.... plan yr life if u stay home most of the time...... there are so many things out there in "real life" u can do with. Yea of course we miss our so called "internet pals" but do get to know them by meeting them personally (if they belong to the same country as yrself)... see them yrself and m sure u will be surprised that they might not be the same as on internet..lolz......

Yeah u r rite Reb Ji ....

@ see them yrself and m sure u will be surprised that they might not be the same as on internet..lolz......

[panakj]

well, i am addicted...

and i know its bad.. for my health

and want to say to all > dont get mad like me..

nice thread.

take care all,
and stay happy.

[Ice.Cream]

[quote=panakj;326485]well, i am addicted...

and i know its bad.. for my health

and want to say to all > dont get mad like me..

nice thread.

take care all,
and stay happy.[/quote]

Panakj ..... u r rite dear .... internet addiction is really bad

and Thanxxx for appreciating the thread

[Mohit_Kg]

Internet Addiction is a problem more common in society as Internet usage is increasing.Internet can be informative,resourceful and fun but for some,the addicted,these benefits become detriments.There are varying opinions on the subject.Some say that Internet can be addicting to the point that it disturbs one's life :sneek n the lives of those around him/her.Others say that there is no such thing as Internet Addiction-- getting pleasure out of a computer is not the same as getting pleasure from cocaine or any other drug.

[Ice.Cream]

Originally Posted by Mohit_Kg Internet Addiction is a problem more common in society as Internet usage is increasing.Internet can be informative,resourceful and fun but for some,the addicted,these benefits become detriments.There are varying opinions on the subject.Some say that Internet can be addicting to the point that it disturbs one's life :sneek n the lives of those around him/her.Others say that there is no such thing as Internet Addiction-- getting pleasure out of a computer is not the same as getting pleasure from cocaine or any other drug.

:thin king

... MOHIT ..... R U an Internet Addict