Check out this list of 12 signs and symptoms of internet addiction. If you express 5 or more of these signs, then you are officially addicted to the net. Chances are that half of you reading this are completely screwed if we stick to that definition (me included!). There are a great number of people, however, who lose out on a lot of great things in life (like food) because of their internet addiction.
A rehab centre has been opened in the U.S. for those suffering from extreme internet addiction. The rehab centre, reSTART, is situated close to Seattle in a location that most people would consider vacationing in. The program consists of a 45 day tech-detox which would include what you usually find in any rehab centre: individual/group counselling, 12 step meetings, fitness programs, and more. Not just anyone can get in though; the 45 day program would cost you $15,500!
reSTART is the first Internet de-addiction centre in US and probably not the last. If you have the money, you might want to check it out because the program seems sound and the place is amazing. It’s missing something important though, like an Internet connection!
Via: Switched
SIR,
MY SON IS STUDYING IN 5 TH SEMESTER OF ENGINEERING. HE IS ADDICTED OF LIVE
INTER NET COM. GAMES. HE HAS LOST ONE YEAR I.E 2008-2009 & PARTIALLY GONE TO
COLLEGE. MOST OF THE TIME HE SITS ON INTERNET LIVE GAMES. HE IS REPEATING
THIS YEAR HIS COURSE BUT AL WAYS STICKS TO COMP. GAMES. WHEN WE TRY TO STOP HIM HE BECOMES VIOLENT. PLEASE SUGGEST HOW TO SOLVE THIS PROBLEM.
HARISH
Thanks for visiting , Harish!
The problem doesn’t necessarily have to be an interenet addiction and ‘addiction’ is a strong word to use. It could be anything from boredom to a simple case of miscommunication. However, if you are worried and feel that your son needs professional help you can seek the guidance of a clinical psychologist (who would be trained to deal with any unhealth dependences).
I strongly suggest you speak with your son first and ask the reason for his disinterest in studies and offer to listen and help through any problems he may have (either at college, home or otherwise) before you seek professional help. Good luck!