Find the answers to the questions in the article. 1. What are the four basic components of Internet addiction? a) Emailing, viewing online pornography, texting and isolation.
b) Excessive use, withdrawal symptoms when the computer is not accessible, the constant need for better computers and software and negative repercussions on the user’s life.
c) Spending at least 16 hours a day on the Internet, quitting jobs, leaving school and social isolation.
2. In Korea, the main cause of Internet addiction is... a) ... playing online games.
b) ... viewing pornography.
c) ... spending time on social websites such as Facebook and MySpace.
3. The case study revealed that many Internet addicts... a) ... are in financial trouble.
b) ... take recreational drugs.
c) ... left their jobs or stopped attending school.
4. Ironically, self-help groups can be found... a) ... in Internet cafes.
b) ... on the Internet.
c) ... in Pennsylvania.
In the article, there are many words that are used to describe negative emotions and states of mind. a) Find words that mean the following. tiredness _________________
despondency _________________
loneliness _________________
anxiety _________________
How many other similar words can you find? Explain their meaning.
Ex. 19 . Answer these questions for yourself or for someone you know and discuss the results. Do you think these test questions are a good indicator of Internet addiction?
Do you feel preoccupied with the Internet?
Do you need increasing amounts of time on the net in order to achieve satisfaction?
Have you repeatedly made unsuccessful efforts to control, cut back or stop Internet use?
Do you feel restless, moody, depressed or tense when you try to cut down or stop Internet use?
Do you often stay online longer than you originally intended?
Have you jeopardized or risked losing a partner, job, educational or career opportunity because of the Internet?
Have you lied to family members, a therapist or others to conceal the extent of your involvement with the Internet?
Do you use it to escape from problems (e.g. feelings of helplessness, guilt, anxiety, depression)?
