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Internet Addiction Infographics

This Infographic Poses Tough Questions About Extreme Internet Use

— March 5, 2013 — Lifestyle
With the crazy amount of hours that people spend surfing Facebook, tweeting, reading news, playing online games, engaging in online gambling and even watching videos, it's time to take a good long hard look at how Internet addiction affects the populace.

That's the goal of the 'Maps of World's' infographic entitled 'Is Internet Addiction Real?' Addiction is defined in Webster's dictionary as a "compulsive need for and use of a habit forming substance, characterized by tolerance and by well-defined physiological symptoms upon withdrawal." Does that sound familiar to anyone you know related to their Facebook usage?

The infographic goes on to examine different kinds of Internet addiction, from gaming to porn to social media, using professionally acquired statistics and Internet polls. It's very interesting stuff and perhaps something anyone who spends several hours a day on the Internet should look at.
Trend Themes
1. Internet Addiction - Amid growing concerns about Internet addiction, businesses could tap into a demand for products and services that promote healthier online habits, such as digital detox retreats and screen-time management apps.
2. Online Gambling - As online gambling gains in popularity and attention, companies in the gaming industry may want to explore the integration of online betting systems with social media platforms to reach a wider audience.
3. Social Media Addiction - With social media addiction on the rise, businesses can look for opportunities to provide products and services that encourage online users to unplug and engage in more meaningful, real-life interactions.
Industry Implications
1. Health and Wellness - The health and wellness industry could capitalize on the growing concern about Internet addiction by offering digital detox programs, counseling services, and other treatments for individuals struggling with excessive Internet use.
2. Gaming - As online gaming continues to grow in popularity, the gaming industry may want to consider integrating social media platforms into gameplay and offering more specialized games that cater to different interests and demographics.
3. Social Media - The social media industry can develop new features to promote healthy online habits and encourage users to have more meaningful interactions, such as limiting screen time, encouraging real-life meetups, and providing resources to overcome addiction.
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