If Internet use is problematic, check these 11 signs of abuse or addiction

11 signs of Internet addiction

Signs of Internet addiction, according to Hilarie Cash, executive director of the ReSTART center for Internet addiction near Seattle. Three of the following symptoms suggest abuse, five or more addiction:

—Increasing amounts of time spent on Internet

—Failed attempts to control behavior

—Heightened euphoria while on Internet

—Craving more time on Internet, restless when not there

—Neglecting family and friends

—Lying to others about use

—Internet interfering with job and school

—Feeling guilty or ashamed of behavior

—Changes in sleep patterns

—Weight changes, backaches, headaches, carpal tunnel

—Withdrawl from other activities