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But first,
a quick virtual world video
MTV True Life:
I Live Another Life on the Web
What is Addiction?
Physiological:
Chronic relapsing condition characterized by compulsive abuse and by long-lasting chemical changes in the brain.
Non-physiological:
Any act that when abused becomes detrimental to other areas of life
Same irrespective of the drug
Physiological Definition
No research exists indicating a chemical change in the brain resulting from an addiction to technology
Core Components
Absorption Mood Modification
(Greenfield study: 29%)
Tolerance Withdrawal Relapse
-Dr. Patrick Carnes
English Internet poll (2,100 people)
76% “could not live without” 45% more important than religion 45% loss more stressful than any utility 20% more attention than to partner
China among the first countries to recognize
internet addiction as a clinical disease 4 million Chinese under the age of 18 are
thought to be addicted to online gaming >= 6 hours a day
Over 200 rehab clinicsMilitaristic: physical labor coupled with harsh
punishments
Technology as an Enabler Addicted to technology …
or the activity?
Gambling
Shopping
Socializing
Gaming
Sex
Online Shopping
Buying things that user typically doesn’t want or need
Don’t feel like you’re actually spending money
One click away
Constant Emailing
59% in bed 53% in the bathroom 37% while driving 12% in church
47% more likely to check email in middle of night than get a late night snack
2007 survey
When Technology Addiction Takes Over Your Life