Internet Use Disorder? 2013 DSM-V New Disorders For New Medication

Internet Use Disorder

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What are the symptoms of Internet Use Disorder?

 Internet Use Disorder or IUD presents itself in many ways that are standard for addiction. Symptoms include but are not limited to:

1. A “preoccupation” with the Internet or Internet gaming

• 2. Withdrawal symptoms when no longer able to access the Internet
• 3. An increasing tolerance to the stimuli which means they require more time and greater Internet use in order to achieve the same high
• 4. A loss of other interests
• 5. Using the Internet to replace or make up for a lack of human relationships
• 6. Failed attempts at quitting their Internet overuse
• 7. Using the Internet as a tool to escape or improve general depression and sadness

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