Some experts appear to be starting to question whether or not compulsive use of technology can form into an addiction. Things such as online video games and online friend networks have a very dramatic pull to a teen trying to escape reality, believe me I’ve felt the urge myself. This escape from reality is being seen as an emotional coping mechanism and countries overseas such as Amsterdam are opening centers to fight the problem.

Addictions and emotional problems definitely make good company. Depression and anxiety can easily be combated with a scratching of a compulsive itch. This once healthy past-time, however, has a price to pay. It is far too easy for the overuse of such stimulus to interfere with sleep patterns and relationships.

Not to self; “don’t spend too much time on your blog. It’s past your bedtime.”

more info: http://serendip.brynmawr.edu/bb/neuro/neuro02/web2/mschlimme.html

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