Internet Addiction Disorder is being considered for inclusion in the DSM-V. The DSM (“Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders”) is the standard text used by psychiatrists in North America to diagnose psychological disorders.
Is Internet Addiction really a psychological disorder? University student Aaron Sheldon argues that it is:
Experts debate the existence of Internet Addictive Disorder, but … Internet addiction is just as real as your face, and the danger it poses to this and coming generations is underestimated.
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At this point, I have already passed through a phase of Internet-defined existence, during which I didn’t feel like I was doing anything wrong. However … I have skipped a ton of classes and assignments either to play a game, or to catch up on sleep I lost while playing the night before. … I have seen people’s relationships and friendships shatter, as well their grades and goals, at the beckoning call of MySpace’s trendy lure.
While tragic, I’m not sure that this proves that Internet Addition is a real disorder. How much time do you spend on the Internet per day? Do you think Internet Addiction is an actual psychological disorder?
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