At 15, my brother was depressed and rather than burden my parents with anything going on in my life, I started using the internet well into the night for hours on end. Since this time, it has only progressed. I go to the gym, I go out with friends, I go out with my husband. I have a life and that time is fine. I don't even think about the internet. As soon as I walk through the door though, I am on it. I can't seem to get off of it. I stay on until 2AM and wake up before 7AM exhausted. For a while I was taking a sleep aid so I would go to bed at 12 and not think about online but I don't want to depend on that. I am a dental student. My hands are starting to hurt me bad. I have constant joint pain. I still can't stop going online. It is about 6-8 hours/day. It is ruining my life. I don't know what my problem is.
2007-05-20 18:47:04 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Mental Health
Get rid of your computer or internet, or seek some professional help lol, seriously
2007-05-20 18:50:24 · answer #1 · answered by Romy 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Your addiction is much like other addictions like alcohol, drugs and gambling. First, admit to the problem and ask for help from husband, family or friends (just don't ask for anyone anonymous over the net like me). Next, try to figure out what's bothering you from the rest of your life. May not be easy. You may have to take a vacation / cruise where there is no Internet access and think about things away from this bad influence. Last thing, do some harsh things to force yourself away such as putting your computer at a friend/neighbor's house for three months or something like that. Once you figured out whatever else is wrong with your life, and that you manage to break this addiction by force and with help, then you can try easing back in but remind yourself to not let it take over your life.
Good luck
2007-05-21 01:55:08 · answer #2 · answered by justdennis 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The Internet and computers is a great getaway and hobby.
It appears you are spending too much time on it but keep in mind that if that is the worst of your problems then life is not all that bad.
Many people have addictions far worse and life threatening so I would not be totally panicked.
I would not go cold turkey and cut it off but maybe talk to a counselor and your hubby about it. Maybe start working out and try to set time goals for your computer usage and start cutting back.
All my best to you!
2007-05-21 01:54:32 · answer #3 · answered by flafuncop 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would ask your husband to change the password to log on, and only let you on at certain times -- if this doesn't work cancel your Internet. I know neither of these is the most pleasant solution, but you have an addiction. Would you expect an alcoholic to have the key to a liquor store? I hope this helps, and good luck!
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2007-05-21 01:57:20 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
You have Obsessive Compulsive disorder. That means that you are compulsed to get on the computer the minute you get in the house. And you can't stop yourself because you are addicted to the internet
2007-05-21 04:04:42 · answer #6 · answered by sweetness #1 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Give your computer to a friend or relative, and see how you feel after a few weeks. Make sure it's someone who can say no to you if you come at them crying or screaming for your computer.
2007-05-21 01:57:53 · answer #7 · answered by Raien 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You have an addiction, no different that alcohol or drugs. You should seek some counseling or a support group.
2007-05-21 01:51:06 · answer #8 · answered by S4M F1SHER 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Maybe u can listen to music instead or somethin'
2007-05-21 01:55:08 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋