Originally posted by King Simba
These websites explain it... http://www.addictions.org/internet.htm http://www.bewebaware.ca/english/internetaddiction.aspx
Also here are the symptoms: -
Psychological symptoms
Having a sense of well-being or euphoria while at the computer
Inability to stop the activity
Craving more and more time at the computer
Neglecting family and friends
Feeling empty, depressed and irritable when not at the computer
Lying to family and friends about activities
Problems with school or work
Physical symptoms
Carpal tunnel syndrome
Dry eyes
Migraine headaches
Backaches
Eating irregularities, such as skipping meals
Neglecting personal hygiene
Sleep disturbances and changes in sleep patterns
LOL! Those "symptoms" don't even come from the internet..