Treating Internet Addiction
Addiction refers to an obsession, compulsion or dependence on something. That something could be a substance such as alcohol or an action such as gambling. It terms of pathology, it is a neurobiological disorder. The disorder has several characteristics including the continuing to engage in the behaviour in spite of negative effects and loss of control over the action or the usage. It can also involve a physical or mental craving and can be accompanied by other behaviours related to finding ways to continue using or engaging in the action. Internet addiction is overusing the internet to a problematic degree or to the extent that it impairs daily life. 
Therefore, there is a serious need for treating internet addiction.
Internet addiction was first identified as a potential disorder in 1995. The description was modelled after that for pathological gambling as referenced in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-IV). It has not, as of yet, been included in the publication as a disorder. The term itself is actually a sort of umbrella under which several subtypes can be found. Some people may use the computer to carry out a variety of compulsions such as shopping, gambling and viewing pornography. Others find themselves addicted to online games, blogging or spending time on social networking sites.
There are several tell tale signs of internet addiction and the need for treating internet addiction. They include feelings of preoccupation with web activities. This could include thinking about a previous web session or anticipating the next. Other signs are feeling a need to spend increasing amounts of time online in order to feel satisfaction and unsuccessful efforts to cut back on usage. Still more are feelings of restlessness, depression, moodiness or irritability when attempting to decrease usage. Addicts may also find they consistently stay online longer than they had originally planned and that their time and activities online put relationships or employment in jeopardy. They may also find themselves lying to cover up their activities and using the computer as a means of escape.
Internet addiction creates feelings of guilt and shame and can be highly destructive. Time spent online also quite often means money spent on gaming, gambling or shopping. It can mean damage to meaningful relationships and losing employment. It often leads to physical manifestations such as weight changes, carpal tunnel syndrome or head and backaches. There are various ways of treating internet addiction. These may include addiction counselling sessions with a therapist or engaging in hypnotherapy or by using mp3 hypnosis downloads. All of these methods help in treating internet addiction.
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