Internet Addiction

※What is Internet Addiction?

◎Who spend as much as 30 hours a week or more surfing the Web.

※What are the symptoms of Internet Addiction?

◎ A constant desire to get online.

◎ A need to use the Internet for longer period of time in order to find
satisfaction.

◎ Feelings of restlessness or irritability when not online.

◎ Using the Internet to escape problems.

◎ Lying to family or friends about time spent on the Internet.

◎ Continuing to use the Internet even after problems develop in relationships, work, or
school as a result of such use.

※ What are some examples of Net compulsion?

◎ Staying up all night.

◎ Ignoring family responsibilities.

◎ Being late for work as a result of their online activities.

※ What are the major factors contributing to Net Compulsion?

◎ Compulsive use of a product is accessibility.

◎ Control.
It refers to personal control that one exercises over his or her online activities.

◎ Excitement.
It represents the emotional “rush” or “high” associated with winning.

※What is the function of Internet-addiction center?

◎To help self-confessed addicts, with a focus on addressing the underlying
problems which may have contributed to Internet overuse in the first place.