Effects of the Internet on mental health

Ξ September 24th, 2009 | → 0 Comments | ∇ Old School Papers |

Written around October of 2000

I have been using the Internet for almost ten years now. I have made many friends over the net, and actually do go out with them on a regular basis. I make my money for going to the movies from designing web sites, rather than serving food at the local Chili’s and I am still completely in love with my computer. But are there any negative effects that my long hours spent on the Internet are having on my mental health, and the health of my friends? New studies offer an interesting paradoxical view on the matter. (more…)