What is Internet Addiction Syndrome, and what should be done about it?
Aug 01, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Yang Shuwen
Introduction
Internet addiction syndrome may be caused by social factors, psychological factors, family environment factors, etc. Specifically, today's social environment is filled with intense comparisons and a high demand for internet use, which makes individuals more likely to develop dependency on the internet, leading to internet addiction syndrome. In such cases, it is advisable to find suitable hobbies and interests to divert attention.
Internet addiction syndrome may be caused by social factors, psychological factors, family environment factors, and others, requiring symptomatic treatment. Specific analysis is as follows:
1. Social Factors
The current social environment is filled with intense competition and comparison, along with a high demand for internet usage, which may easily lead to dependence on the internet and trigger internet addiction syndrome. In such cases, individuals should seek suitable hobbies to divert their attention.
2. Psychological Factors
Excessive mental stress may cause individuals to lose confidence in the real world. To fulfill inner emotional needs, they may become dependent on virtual worlds or characters online, leading to the aforementioned symptoms. Patients are advised to actively undergo psychological therapy to relieve stress.
3. Family Environment Factors
In some cases, individuals come from families with abnormal dynamics and poor family atmospheres, which may lead them to avoid communication with family members and become immersed in the online world, resulting in this condition. In such situations, not only should patients receive appropriate psychological counseling, but family members should also make positive changes.
Besides these, personality traits, psychological conditions, and educational environments may also contribute. It is recommended that during treatment, family members provide proper guidance and emotional support to the patient.
