Essay on Internet Addiction: Effects, Solutions, and Human Dignity

This essay delves into the pervasive issue of internet addiction, exploring its multifaceted impact on individuals and society. It highlights the rise of internet addiction, particularly the excessive use of social media, online gaming, and constant connectivity, which leads to various problems such as decreased eyesight, mental disorders, and social isolation. The essay discusses the negative effects on physical, social, and psychological well-being, including the erosion of interpersonal relationships and the potential for conflicts. It also examines the relationship between excessive internet use and human dignity, particularly concerning online behavior and the spread of misinformation. The essay suggests preventive measures such as setting time limits, choosing offline activities, and disconnecting from the internet while working or studying to mitigate the negative effects and promote a healthier lifestyle. The essay concludes by summarizing the key points, emphasizing the importance of addressing internet addiction to improve overall well-being and maintain human dignity.

Optional Editorial
Table of Contents
INTRODCUTION ..........................................................................................................................3
Opinion editorial..........................................................................................................................3
CONCLUSION................................................................................................................................4
REFERENCES................................................................................................................................5

INTRODUCTION
Opinion editorial is being used to express some views and opinion on a particular topic
and an issue (Piazza, 2017). This Opinion editorial is based on internet addiction issue which is
on boom. There are several problems which are being faced by people of these days. It will also
show some preventive measures and solutions.
Opinion editorial
It is a pleasure to write and introduce this special issue on “internet addiction” which is
on the rise. It is stated and well-known that today's people spent the sheer amount of their time
on internet, cell phones. It is being developed for communicating with each other and making
business and almost activities in the easiest manner. On the other hand it can be said that the
excessive use of internet or misuse of internet, gaming, keep checking posts on social media
have been identified as cause of impulsive-compulsive disorder. It is also stated from some
reviews and experiences of authors that excessive use of internet and technology can create
dependence and addiction as well. Many of the people and youngsters stay up till 2 or even 3 in
the morning until they got so sleepy. Thy even do not care about their relatives, friends, TV and
go outside for shopping and always try to meet up with news online friends and make all efforts
for keep them happy. Excessive use of internet and spent time on screening can decreased
eyesight and can also become the reason of mental disorders as they do not take enough rest. It
has negative impacts physically, socially and even psychologically (Musetti and Corsano, 2018).
When people do not get access on some links and internet become the reason of
developing anger. This anger and depression they show to their relatives which creates conflicts
among them. Hours of sleep also reduced, Students hamper their studies as they spend time
online. Australian are more likely to develop new relationship with people met online and
neglect their old friends and relatives. It can decrease interpersonal relationship among them.
Sometimes employees became to busy in their work as they can not take out time on using
internet and this interruption in online time develop distress and irritation which can even create
conflicts with their relatives.
This essay is going to explore competing claims on dignity in excessive use of internet.
Today's children and teens do not even think about consequences and dangers that can come
from using internet. When they use social media then they do not care about the dignity of the

human person. It is stated that the dignity of the human person is rooted in his creation in the
image and likeness of God. They spread bad news over social media platforms for becoming
more popular around the world or for few likes and comments. They give continuous voice to
one's thoughts and emotions and also let others know about their each and every activity. It
increases the level of crimes. Our minds, emotions, and volition exist within a body. The
Internet, with its detachment of the whole person from relational interaction, might not annihilate
the individual but certainly can diminish his humanness. So, it can be said that there is a strong
relationship between internet or excessive use and human disgnity.
Excessive use of internet and having inadequate knowledge of using internet can lead
other security related problems. There are several IT related problems are on rise like data
security of personal and sensitive informations which may involves: credit card number, bank
account details etc. Due to having lack knowledge of using internet can create serious problems
(Montag and et.al., 2018). It is also stated that people of 90' enjoyed their life when there were no
usage of internet as they play outdoor games, meet with friends, relatives which keep them
healthy and fit as well.
It is important to prevent this situation and some recommendations are being given in this
context. it can be said that by making out a plan and set out a time of using internet can help
them out in excessive usage of internet problem. By making an effective plan they can complete
their another works they can meet with their relatives, friends. People also need to choose offline
shopping rather than online shopping. It can make their mood fresh as they meet new people
outside which can help them in increasing and developing a strong relationship with them.
Students should prefer outdoor games like playing cricket, hockey rather than wasting time on
online gaming. Playing outdoor games keep them healthy and fit, and they can focus on their
studies as it is stated that playing games can develop mind and make them fresh. By
disconnecting internet while working and studying is also called the best way of solving internet
addiction problem (Vondráčková and Gabrhelik, 2016).
CONCLUSION
From the above study it has been summarized that excessive use of internet created
several problems for youngsters, students, employees which hampers their other activities like

studies etc. It has also shown some prevention and ways of solving this problem for living a
better life.

REFERENCES
Books and Journal
Montag, C. and et.al., 2018. Internet Communication Disorder and the structure of the human
brain: initial insights on WeChat addiction. Scientific reports. 8(1). p.2155.
Musetti, A. and Corsano, P., 2018. The internet is not a tool: reappraising the model for internet-
addiction disorder based on the constraints and opportunities of the digital environment.
Frontiers in psychology. 9. p.558.
Piazza, C., 2017. CURRENT OPINION Editorial introduction.
Vondráčková, P. and Gabrhelik, R., 2016. Prevention of Internet addiction: A systematic review.
Journal of behavioral addictions. 5(4). pp.568-579.