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1- Internet addiction disorder
IAD was originally proposed as a disorder in a satirical hoax by Ivan Goldberg, M.D., in 1995.[1] He took pathological gambling as diagnosed by the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-IV) as his model for the description[2] of IAD. It is not however included in the current DSM as of 2009. IAD receives coverage in the press, and possible future classification as a psychological disorder continues to be debated and researched.
Online activities which, if done in person, would normally be considered troublesome, such as compulsive gambling or shopping, are sometimes called net compulsions.[3] Others, such as reading or playing computer games, are troubling only to the extent that these activities interfere with normal life. Supporters of disorder classification often divide IAD into subtypes by activity, such as excessive viewing of pornography,[4] overwhelming and excessive gaming,[5] inappropriate involvement in online social networking sites or blogging,[6] and Internet shopping addiction.[7] One counter argument is that compulsive behaviors may not themselves be addictive.[8] Obsessive-compulsive disorder patients sometimes compulsively wash their hands, which does not indicate that hand-washing is addictive.[citation needed]
Online activities which, if done in person, would normally be considered troublesome, such as compulsive gambling or shopping, are sometimes called net compulsions.[3] Others, such as reading or playing computer games, are troubling only to the extent that these activities interfere with normal life. Supporters of disorder classification often divide IAD into subtypes by activity, such as excessive viewing of pornography,[4] overwhelming and excessive gaming,[5] inappropriate involvement in online social networking sites or blogging,[6] and Internet shopping addiction.[7] One counter argument is that compulsive behaviors may not themselves be addictive.[8] Obsessive-compulsive disorder patients sometimes compulsively wash their hands, which does not indicate that hand-washing is addictive.[citation needed]
Are u addicted to your blackberry as much as i am? I dident see it as anddiction per say,rather, more of a friendly, trusty companion that keeps me up to speed, and allows me to be so much more productive than i could ever be without it! Some neat facts:
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- G.Skayem
- hello everyone, this blogg is created to discuss the blackberry's internet service 24 / 7, how it can be usefull in our life, and when it turn to become a phenomenon that invads our society in storm ...
Do you risk your career with your BlackBerry addiction?
I’ve heard stories of people in business meetings making believe they’re checking official emails and instead are playing Brick Breaker. I haven’t personally seen such a thing happen so I can’t tell you from experience, but it definitely wouldn’t surprise me if it were true.
Some people ask if there is such a thing as a BlackBerry addiction, or is it a general addiction to technology and having to stay connected? I think it’s because of how a BlackBerry allows you to stay connected that it is in fact a BlackBerry addiction. Not all cell phones or smartphones can keep you as connected like a BlackBerry can.
An article I read by The Globe And Mail titled “Mind your BlackBerry manners, or risk your career” goes over some instances where the BlackBerry addiction has been a problem.
In one situation, Shawn Kahandaliyanage had come up with a way of being able to continue using his BlackBerry while walking by following a person with brightly colored shoes so that he did not have to worry about walking into something or someone. Mr. Kahandaliyanage ended up following a woman into the ladies room. I guess the shoe thing wasn’t such a good strategy. It might have worked if he had stayed mindful of his surroundings, but sometimes you get so into your BlackBerry that you can’t help but not pay attention.
In another situation, New York State Senator Malcolm Smith was unseated from his rank as majority leader because a billionaire power broker was offended by Mr. Smith paying more attention to his BlackBerry than to him during a meeting. Someone like Mr. Smith should know when and when not to use his BlackBerry, and if it will offend others.
There is a humorous side to the BlackBerry addiction as Jerry Seinfeld points out, but non BlackBerry users may not understand it and may be offended by it. The solution? Be more stealthy about your BlackBerry usage! Just know when to use your BlackBerry and when not to.
I’ll admit, every time I see my BlackBerry’s LED turn red I feel I have to check it. Sometimes it’s just easier not looking at my BlackBerry to avoid seeing the red light (haha).
You can also use applications like BerryBuzz to customize your LED to blink different colors according to the type of message received. Applications like these help you prioritize message alerts. For example, BerryBuzz allows you to set special alerts for each email account or one for all. If you have a business email that is more important than your personal email you can have it blink a certain color so you can tell those email messages apart when receiving them.
Conclusion
The Internet is not the enemy just because people become dependent on it. It has
many important and necessary benefits. It is fast, ecologically sound, convenient, and
informative. In many ways it makes our lives much simpler. In many ways it makes our
lives more complex. The Internet provides an escape from reality and everyday problems
just like alcohol or drugs. Some argue that the interaction with other people on the
Internet fills a social void. People can assume new identities; others interact with that
identity and the person may assume these on-line relationships are the same as the real
thing. It becomes a problem when people become so engrossed and enmeshed in on-line
activities, and their "other" lives to the point of neglecting their health, relationships, jobs,
and other responsibilities. As with many of life's pleasures, moderation is the key.
many important and necessary benefits. It is fast, ecologically sound, convenient, and
informative. In many ways it makes our lives much simpler. In many ways it makes our
lives more complex. The Internet provides an escape from reality and everyday problems
just like alcohol or drugs. Some argue that the interaction with other people on the
Internet fills a social void. People can assume new identities; others interact with that
identity and the person may assume these on-line relationships are the same as the real
thing. It becomes a problem when people become so engrossed and enmeshed in on-line
activities, and their "other" lives to the point of neglecting their health, relationships, jobs,
and other responsibilities. As with many of life's pleasures, moderation is the key.