Cdubyah Posted September 8, 2009 Report Share Posted September 8, 2009 (edited) I think some of you may need a road trip? I kid I kid. http://videogames.yahoo.com/events/plugged-in/internet-addiction-center-opens-in-us/1351052According to Dr. Kimberly Young of the Center for Internet Addiction Recovery in Bradford, Pa., addiction warning signs are being preoccupied with thoughts of the Internet; using it longer than intended, and for increasing amounts of time; repeatedly making unsuccessful efforts to control use; jeopardizing relationships, school or work to spend time online; lying to cover the extent of Internet use; using the Internet to escape problems or feelings of depression; physical changes to weight, headaches or carpal tunnel syndrome."From what we know, many so-called `Internet addicts' are folks who have severe depression, anxiety disorders, or social phobic symptoms that make it hard for them to live a full, balanced life and deal face-to-face with other people," said Dr. Ronald Pies, professor of psychiatry at SUNY Upstate Medical University in Syracuse, N.Y.Internet addicts miss out on real conversations and real human development, often see their hygiene, their home and relationships deteriorate, don't eat or sleep properly and don't get enough exercise, Rae said. Edited September 8, 2009 by Cdubyah Cuz I can't spell... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
V4junkie Posted September 8, 2009 Report Share Posted September 8, 2009 Internet addicts miss out on real conversations and real human development, often see their hygiene, their home and relationships deteriorate, don't eat or sleep properly and don't get enough exercise, Rae said. That doesn't sound like me at all! . . . Ok I'll make an appointment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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