About Addiction
Internet & Social Media Addiction: When life online crowds out life offline.
What internet & social media addiction looks like, where to find support, and the treatment approaches that help people recover.
Internet and social media addiction involve excessive online activities that interfere with daily life. Signs include losing track of time online, neglecting real-life relationships and responsibilities, and feeling anxious when unable to access the internet.
While there isn’t a single large organization like AA for internet addiction, online communities like NoSurf and Internet and Technology Addicts Anonymous provide support.
Recovery often involves cognitive-behavioral therapy, developing healthy internet use habits, and sometimes “digital detox” periods. Mindfulness techniques and time management strategies can also be helpful.