Question 1

how to know if i have an internet addiction disorder?

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As he asked this ?: on the internet.  If you are online when you should be doing other things, if you are obsessed with always needing to be connected, if you have anxiety and a strong desire to be online when you aren't, it is likely you have a problem. Internet "addiction" is not one thing - it can be gambling problems, sexual issues, making new personalities in chat rooms and many other things. See a counselor.

Question 2

how can you argue that internet addiction is a real disorder?

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It's controversial: There is a concept of "process addictions"-gambling, sex, internet (which can be both sex;gambling and other things), compulsive dangerous activity (adrenaline "junkies), which some people feel are an addictive disorders while others think it is a variation of an obsessive-compulsive disorder. There is argument about the line between bad habits and disorders, but there is no doubt folks need help.

Question 3

how do u cure internet addiction?

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Indispensable addict: Internet addiction is a serious problem, which is being realized today, 20 years after it was introduced to households. Internet addiction can be hard to treat as internet is not dispensable in the same manner drugs, alcohol, cigarettes and gambling are. Cognitive behavioral therapy, individual & group counseling may be effective. Underlying depression, if present, should be treated.

Question 4

how can i avoid internet addiction?

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Avoid the internet: Which you don't seem to be doing right at present, since you are asking questions on it.  Internet addiction, like other "process" addictions (gambling, sex) can represent underlying psychiatric issues, and the first step would be to see a mental health professional with interests in addictive disorders. In some people it is a manifestation of obsessive-compulsive traits, while in others addiction.

Question 5

how do i cure an internet addiction?

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Psychiatric Evaluati: Consider best treatment rather than ''cure'', as most likely an expert evaluation may reveal a range of circumstantial to complex & complicated causes. The approach should then be tailored to what lay behind the behavior. Approach this as you would any symptom that has gone beyond a reasonable time during which one's current health should have cured, if not clearly improved the sx.

Question 6

how can i kick an internet addiction?

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Not sure if asking: about it on the internet is the best way to go.  Internet "addiction" is not a single entity. In many people it is really a sexual addiction, searching out cybersex and pornography. Others it's gambling. Still others its creating multiple "personas" and pretending to be different people. Whatever, it's an escape from life, and a mental health professional can help find the cause and help treat it.

Question 7

how should i treat internet addiction?

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Internet Addiction: Behavior modification is key. However, like all addictions, behavior modification is not linear. Have a daily plan of what you intend to get done. Follow the time alloted to each assignment and move to another, including your stay on the internet to check your emails, glance at facebook, or y-tube. Get off the internet as soon as the time is out. Good luck.

Question 8

how can you stop an internet addiction?

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Get curious offline: It's an interesting question, because for most people going online is necessary for professional and/or social survival. If you feel uncomfortable with the amount of time you spend online, look at the biggest time wasters and restrict them. Reach out to someone in real life. Schedule activities where you can't go online. Figure out what really makes you feel fulfilled. Best wishes and good luck.

Question 9

what can i do about internet addiction?

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Internet adiction: China has rehab centers for internet addicts. I do not know of such in the USA. Start a healthier life style (good cycle of eat-sleep-work-socializing-fitness schedule) and stick to it to gradually reduce internet time. Easier to say than do.

Question 10

what is an internet addiction? is it real?

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New phenomenon: Internet addiction can be used to describe some people who spend an excessive amount of time on line, are unable to limit the time they spend on the net, and have family or social problems as a result of the " addiction". Unlike drug or alcohol addiction, internet addiction may be a form of obsessive compulsive disorder in some people. In others, it could be a way of avoiding people/ socialization.

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