I came across this startling article that will make us question our online habits. “Compulsive e-mailing and text messaging could soon become classified as an official brain illness.” (source, Canada.com) say psychiatrists. “Users experience cravings, withdrawal” (source, Canada.com).
I’ve been aware of this for years observing friends and family and how they operate online. This problem is finally getting the attention it deserves. Bringing awareness to this issue is the first step in preventing and treating this “addiction”. As more people are “wired” than ever before this problem will continue to grow. If not dealt with swiftly it will escalate to the point of no return.
If we are aware of this issue we can consciously and cognitively control it. Maybe it’s time I stop e-mailing and go outside for a run. I think so.
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