In a modern age paradox, the Internet has become a source of both edification and addiction. Teens are required to spend hours on the Web doing research and homework for school, but constant online activity can affect young minds in seriously bad ways, according to a new study. Although earlier studies have reported similar findings, this most recent research directly ties conditions such as ADHD, depression, social phobia and open hostility to Internet addiction in teens.
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Wired Culture May Be Setting Youth Up for Internet Addiction
Posted by: Pam Baker October 8, 2009 09:47 AMIn a modern age paradox, the Internet has become a source of both edification and addiction. Teens are required to spend hours on the Web doing research and homework for school, but constant online activity can affect young minds in seriously bad ways, according to a new study. Although earlier studies have reported similar findings, this most recent research directly ties conditions such as ADHD, depression, social phobia and open hostility to Internet addiction in teens.