Internet addiction is the flip side of the merits of the world wide web. The benefits and advantages of the "kingdom of unlimited possibilities" lure from real life to the virtual space to the detriment of the health and interests of the addicted user and his family members. How can you overcome temptation?
Necessary
everything that can distract from the computer and the Internet; computer use schedule; psychologist
Instructions
Step 1
Try to do without the Internet at all for 1-2 weeks. You will have a lot of free time, try to fill it with interesting events in real life: walking, attending sports and cultural events, reading and others. Do not sit at home, go out to people more often.
Step 2
Reconnect with old friends or make new acquaintances in real life. Invite guests to your place more often and visit yourself. Take part in the lives of your family and colleagues.
Step 3
Make contacts with friends and acquaintances using the phone and personal meetings, contact via the Internet only as a last resort.
Step 4
Find a hobby that isn't computer related. Choose what you are really interested in and capable of captivating you: cooking, philately, sewing, knitting, numismatics, studying history, drawing, burning, cutting with a jigsaw, etc.
Step 5
Use actively alternative sources of information in addition to the Internet: radio, television, newspapers and magazines.
Step 6
Increase your physical activity. Exercise regularly.
Step 7
Try to take a walk in the fresh air at least once a day.
Step 8
Establish a schedule for using your computer. It is convenient to print such a schedule and hang it over a computer desk in order to keep it in sight while on the World Wide Web. Limit the time spent on the Internet 1-2 hours a day.
Step 9
Before connecting to the Internet, determine the goals for which you are doing it: watch a movie, find the necessary information, check your mailbox, download music, etc. Strictly adhere to your goals, do not be distracted by extraneous information in the form of endless interesting links.
Step 10
Do not eat while using the computer. Make it a rule to have breakfast, lunch and dinner with your family whenever possible.
Step 11
Go to bed no later than 10 pm.
Step 12
Do not hesitate to seek help from a psychologist if you cannot cope with Internet addiction on your own.
