Technology Addictions

Technology addiction, also known as Digital or Internet addiction, is an obsessive technology-related behaviour that has negative impact on sleep, mood, work/school, and relationships.

Gaming Addiction

Excessive and obsessive gaming, despite the occurrence of negative outcomes.

Increase in general and social anxiety, depression, feeling of loneliness, low-self esteem, irritability, sleep problems, weight gain or loss, difficulty engaging and maintaining healthy relationships.

Social media Addiction

Constantly checking social networks on any available devises
Excessive worry and concern about social network status
Relationships problem and conflicts due to constant use
Trouble focusing and concentrating on tasks
Increased general and status anxiety and Fear of missing out
Difficulty controlling time spent on social networks
Problems with sleep, decrease motivation

Computer Addiction

Devoting an excessive amount of time being on a computer
Reduced work performance, disruptions in family obligations
Difficulty maintaining social relationships with family and peers
Increased feelings of depression, loneliness, and social anxiety
Deterioration in sleep quality, eating habits, and physical activity
Trouble reducing time spent on a computer, feelings of dissatisfaction when not on the computer
Difficulty dealing with boredom

Internet Sex Addiction

Internet sex addiction refers to an emotional dependence on pornography that interferes with daily life, relationships, and the ability to function. A person may become dissatisfied with their own sex life or engage in risky behaviors, such as using porn at work.

Net Compulsion

Intrusive urges to engage in online behaviors, such as gambling, shopping, and stock exchange.
Interruptions in social relationships due to engagement
Disruptions at school or work due to urges or engagement
Financial complications due to indulgence
Trouble controlling the urge to engage in online behaviors
Increase in feelings of anxiety and depression

Information Overload

Anxiety regarding if information from a source is true or fake

Trouble handling the wealth of information from multiple sources
Impairment in work productivity or academic performance
Feeling stressed, fatigued, or exhausted from the abundance of information
Avoiding and discontinuing efforts to search for information
Feeling angry, anxious, or depressed in trying to process information