Computer+Addiction



All kidding aside, Computer Addiction can be pretty scary.

What is computer addiction?
Computer addiction is a compulsive disorder with the constant urge to go on the internet. Wether it be for online shopping, socializing with friends, or gameing the internet can quickly take over your life. Also some people turn to the internet because of feelings, such as stress, or lonliness. Source: @http://www.helpguide.org/mental/

What are some symptoms?
Some Physical Symptoms of Computer addiction include, but aren't limited to:
 * Dry Eyes
 * Back Aches
 * Migraine Headaches
 * Problems/Changes with sleep patterns
 * Eating Irregularities
 * Failure to attend to Personal Hygene

Some Psychological Problems
 * Inability to stop playing the game/activity on the computer
 * Lying to employer/family about activities
 * Neglect of family and friends
 * Problems in school/job
 * Craving more and more time to use the computer
 * Often feeling sad/depressed/cranky while not using the computer
 * Sense of well being or euphoria while using the computer
 * isolation from family and friends

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How is computer addiction treated?
Therapy is the only treatment for computer addiction. Since, it is a relatively new problem treatments haven't been developed yet. There are some groups designed to help people who suffer computer addiction, but there aren't many and some aren't even real groups

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**When in a more serious stage, what are some consequences of computer addiction?**

 * Losing track of time
 * Having trouble completing tasks or homework
 * Isolation from family and friends
 * Feeling guilty of defensive about your Internet use
 * Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

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What are some examples of computer addiction?

 * A mother has difficulty getting her child to do chores when computer games occupy all after school time.
 * A child's grades fall and the teacher notes that he/ she is falling asleep in class.
 * A corporate department head stays late each night to meet deadlines. In-house monitoring of computer use reveals he frequently accesses inappropriate sites, including gambling and pornography.

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**How do computer addictions occur?**
There is theory that Screens of a t.v. Have hypnotic Effects especially when used for a long period of time.

http://www.nodependence.com/addictions/computer-internet-addiction/computer-and-internet-addiction.html