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Online Addiction Among Teenagers: Causes and Consequences
We live in a time of widespread digitalization. Teenagers (being less experienced and more exposed to external influences) are increasingly immersed in virtual reality, disconnected from the real physical world and real relationships with people. The Internet can and does bring many useful benefits to our daily life, making it noticeably easier.
How Online Addiction Affects Education and Career Development
According to scientists, about 5-10% of users suffer from Internet addiction, and it especially refers to computer games lovers, who may become so absorbed with them that they literally forget about one’s own basic needs.
Guilt or Pleasure: Should We Limit Time Spent Playing Games and Social Networking?
The Internet, social networking, and virtual reality have so much ingrained in our lives that debating their benefits or harms is like debating whether we need electricity, hot water, or antibiotics. We spend a lot of time on social networks, solving business problems, socializing, and having fun. And that is perfectly normal for an adult. But the situation is completely different when it comes to children.