The Influence of Internet Addiction on the Mental Health of Young People

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Author(s): Mihajlo Manic (Faculty of Diplomacy and Security, Serbia)
Copyright: 2022
Pages: 7
Source title: Fighting for Empowerment in an Age of Violence
Source Author(s)/Editor(s): Milica Boskovic (Faculty of Diplomacy and Security, University Union Nikola Tesla, Serbia), Gordana Misev (Ministry of Mining and Energy Republic of Serbia, Serbia)and Nenad Putnik (Faculty of Security Studies, University of Belgrade, Serbia)
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-6684-4964-6.ch012

Keywords: Civic Engagement & Social Justice / Ethics and Social Responsibility / Information Science Reference / Social Sciences & Humanities

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The author points out that the intensive use of the internet and its “charm” in recent years have led to the emergence of a phenomenon known as “internet addiction.” The internet itself is a harmless tool, but improper use of the network can increase the risk of addiction, mental health, and social relations disorders. Most people think that addiction is related only to the use of chemical compounds such as alcohol, nicotine, cocaine, and heroin, but experts believe that anything that stimulates a human being and makes them feel energetic can be addictive. Addiction treatment is not limited to drug therapy. Whenever a habit becomes compulsive, such as gambling, drugs, alcohol, or even playing computer games, chatting, surfing the web, it can also be considered addictive. Behavioral addictions should not be neglected due to lack of “material.” What makes people addicted is a pleasant experience in performing that behavior, just as addicts feel when they use chemical drugs.

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