Internet Addiction

Six percent people worldwide suffer from internet addiction, says Hong Kong study

A study has revealed that six percent of people are suffering from internet addiction worldwide, hampering their health and interpersonal relationships.

Korean man addicted to online gaming arrested over infant son's death

Heavy Internet users show symptoms of addiction

Young adults who are heavy users of the Internet may also exhibit signs of addiction, scientists, including Indian-origin researchers, have found.Researchers

Mark Zuckerberg's sister writes book about the perils of the internet

Randi Zuckerberg, he sister of Mark Zuckerberg, whose ambition is to see everyone in the world connected online, has written a book detailing the hazards of wasting too much time on the internet

Mark Zuckerberg's sister writes book about the perils of the internet

Randi Zuckerberg, he sister of Mark Zuckerberg, whose ambition is to see everyone in the world connected online, has written a book detailing the hazards of wasting too much time on the internet

Brick-and-mortar clinics treat Internet addicts

Smartphones are getting smarter, laptops are becoming increasingly portable - and people who just cannot put them down are finding more remedies...

Japan plans 'fasting camps' for Web-addicted children

The Japanese Ministry of Education plans on introducing "fasting camps" for children addicted to the Internet...

How addiction to social networking can trigger psychotic symptoms

A study by Tel Aviv University found a connection between gradual development and exacerbation of psychotic symptoms and intensified use of computer communications.

China Bans New Internet Cafes For a Year

China bans the opening of new internet cafes for a year, in fear of internet addiction among Chinese youth.

China Launches Campaign For Net Addicts

China has launched a nationwide campaign to treat internet addicts with mild electric shocks.