CyberPsychology & Behavior · 2005 · 680 citations · 20 references
NursingBehavioral SciencesAddiction PsychiatryHuman-computer InteractionSubstance Use DisordersAddictionSubstance UseElectronic Media UseInternet Gaming DisorderProblematic Internet Use
As computer and Internet use become a staple of everyday life, the potential for overuse is introduced, which may lead to addiction. Research on Internet addiction has shown that users can become addicted to it. Addiction to the Internet shares some of the negative aspects of substance addiction and has been shown to lead to consequences such as failing school, family, and relationship problems.
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Kimberly Young · CyberPsychology & Behavior · 1998 · 5.3K citations
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K. Yong · Medical Entomology and Zoology · 1996 · 528 citations
Internet addiction: Does it really exist?
Mark D. Griffiths · 1998 · 404 citations