Addicted to the computer?

You know, we always use the excuse that we have to have internet and computers to do this or that. But do not feel alone, i just cannot live without my laptop and the worst of all, my hubbie is just as bad. He plays world of warcraft online with his friends. Now get ready for this. They play up to 14 hours a day on weekends. So, do not feel bad, they are worse than we are. Enjoy it, as long as you keep on mylotting.

@skibabe : u r rite. i have already starte to have problems related to health bcoz of that problem. my eyes start straining in the evening. i nearly spent 80% of my day before computers. this addiction is definitely profitable but at the expense of ur health. by saying that still most of us wont still get out of this addiction.

I think more and more people are getting addicted to their computers and laptops. The problem with a pc it that you can do so many different things with it. You can read books on it, watch movies, listen to songs, write your own texts, participate in sites like mylot, email or chat with your friends; there are numerous options. My laptop crashed a couple of days ago and it's still not fixed. Just then I realized how much I use it for work, college and personal stuff. I hope it gets fixed soon (especially for college!). It has been good though to pick up on my other hobbies like knitting, sewing and reading regular books .

I am not as addictive as you, although when i am in the office and does not have internet, i mean internet is down, it is like something is missing. because while working i always look at my email too once in a while. at home, i do facebook too. but when my kids are done with their studies. i am sometimes embarassed with my husband and kids if they see me always in the computer. so i also control myself.

hi, I used to be like that before but when I am busy with my work and kids then I feel it is going away. but any way, I still come and go for computer... I just can't stay completely out of it

I hate the computer, being on computer and all computers, but its a source of income at least for now so yeah... But as far as not wanting to get off the couch or away from the computer, that'd be something to pay attention to, address and fix or you'll get very, very fat, like huge fat.

Well, I don't think you are addicted with computer , but you can say there are some reason to sit there . There must be some game or site or anything like that . I also sit on my PC for so much time , because I watch movie also at same place and do chatting here , then Mylotting and Orkutting is also part of my activity here ... So I can't say I am addicted to computer , but my activity here ... Thanks ...:)

I am addicited to the internet too. I like to look up information, play games, and watch movies.

There is so much that you can do on the Internet now that it definitely takes up a lot of time if you allow it to. I love the Internet and I'm really into computers. I love checking my emails, posting on My Lot, carrying out research on topics that I have an interest in etc. Would I class myself as being addicted to my computer? Perhaps a little although nothing too extreme! I love doing other things like regular cycling and reading! I'm just starting to build up a social life as well! Why did I confess to that!. I think that it's ok to spend a lot of time on the computer if it makes you happy. If you have family members around you, I don't, then it could be difficult and could potentially cause problems. I will always have time for the Internet and I would say that I spend most of my Internet time on My Lot. Andrew

well yes its a kind of addiction i have seen many of my friends having the same obsession for computers......they loose interest in everything else they just concentrate on computer and most of the time waste their valuable moments sitting idle or playing games on pc.

I couldn't spend near the time I do online, if I was working outside the home. There just wouldn't be enough hours in each day. I don't consider my computer usage as an addiction...I may play a couple online games during the day. But the majority of my day is spent updating and optimizing my sites. And finding new sites to share with my members. And just trying to stay on top of the ever changing online earning scene. But, as my avatar shows..I have had some long nights..lol

I am also most addicted to the computer.At first I heard about the online jobs.B ut, only the mylots has changed my earning position.

OMG i go the same problem i on my pc in the morning before i do anything and i sometimes dont go out side the house only being online i think this is addicition and something need to be done, i once suffered when my PC went to be fixed only for some few hours i felt so alone.. i sleep less hours because of it *sigh this has to stop for me

Addiction is something we are compelled to do even if we don't want it to do. You may not have an addiction but attach to it for something good reasons. It may takes more hours of your life, but there is nothing to worry as long as you are concerned with your helth, duties and relationship. Give enough time for that and spend all the rest hours in surfing because, by surfing you benefit a lot. Earlier somebody who spends more hour in library is considered as educated, the same way surfing give you much knowledge and fun. Don't feel guilty but balance everything and enjoy. Hope you will have good days to come

I am tittle bit addicted to internet and computer,but i always put limit on my internet usage.There is a proper time table for me on the net.In the morning i spend one hour on the net and in between my job i spend two to three hours.Now am working as a network engineer in a software firm.In between my work i get lot of free time.If i get any free time i like to spend it on mylot and other money making sites.Now a days gaming and Internet addiction is a growing problem facing many families, couples, and individuals both young and old. This psychological disorder is defined as uncontrolled gaming and Internet-related behavior which interferes with or impairs normal functioning, and causes severe emotional distress for the individual, their family, friends, or their loved ones. Gaming and Internet addiction can also disrupt one’s academic performance, or their job performance. Game and Internet addicts typically and unwittingly make games and cyberspace the top priority in their daily lives.I think,you also have to put a proper time table for internet usage.Other wise it will create lot of problems in family relationship.

Hi friend. Its not fare to stay infront of computer. I have not that habit although i do mylot or surf net. Usualy i use my cell phone for internet browsing. Thanks.

Hi SkiBabe1814, in my mind a lot of have the same behaviors like you, and more and more we can't help living a world without computers. I'm a programmer and sit in front of computer day by day even at weekends. I find many funnies on computer, yes I like to play computer games, especially online computer games to corporate with others to reach some missions. Also before I decide to do something I always search it from internet, expect someone's comments can help and makes me experienced.

It can be considered a legitimate addiction and I think a lot of people are suffering from it. There was a time when I too was addicted to it. It's the first thing I go to when I wake up, then play games, surf, and spend around 10 hours on it.

yes, you are no alone. i am so called 'Otaku" :) think i can't life without computer/internet.