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Addiction a broader perspective 23 February

COMP 381. Addiction a broader perspective 23 February. But first, . a quick virtual world video MTV True Life: I Live Another Life on the Web. What is Addiction?. Physiological:

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Addiction a broader perspective 23 February

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  1. COMP 381 Addiction a broader perspective 23 February

  2. But first, a quick virtual world video MTV True Life: I Live Another Life on the Web

  3. 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

  4. Physiological Definition No research exists indicating a chemical change in the brain resulting from an addiction to technology

  5. Core Components • Absorption • Mood Modification (Greenfield study: 29%) • Tolerance • Withdrawal • Relapse -Dr. Patrick Carnes

  6. 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

  7. 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 clinics • Militaristic: physical labor coupled with harsh punishments

  8. Technology as an Enabler • Addicted to technology … or the activity? Gambling Shopping Socializing Gaming Sex

  9. Online Gambling Job or Addiction

  10. Online Shopping • Buying things that user typically doesn’t want or need • Don’t feel like you’re actually spending money • One click away

  11. 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

  12. Effects of Pornography • Unrealistic sexual expectations • 40% of internet users visited an online adult site in August 2005 -Internet Filter Review

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