Myths about Addiction to the Internet

Myth. Addiction to the Internet is only a young person’s problem.

Reality. Although addiction to the Internet is more common in adolescents, this problem can affect everybody.

Myth. All adolescents are hooked on the Internet.

Reality. Although the majority of adolescents use the Internet daily, only some of them have a problem with it. 

Myth. The internet is less addictive than drugs.

Reality. Research studies suggest that the use of the Internet has effects in the brain similar to consuming drugs.

Myth. To determine if someone has an addiction to the Internet, the most important thing is to know how long they are connected. 

Reality. Addiction to the Internet is not defined by the amount of hours a person spends on it, but the effect that this use is having on their life.