Is Excessive Internet Use Akin To Addiction?

Is Excessive Internet Use Akin to Addiction?NameCourseTutor’s NameDateIs Excessive Internet Use Akin To Addiction?Today, the internet has become part and parcel of many people’s lives partly due to the fact that majority cannot shake off its use once they start using it. However, important for research today is whether or not the use of the internet is addictive and problems it causes to its users. The internet is currently everywhere and its access enabled by the ever advancing technology. Young people have access to the internet in school, at home and in all places thanks to mobile devices that allow connection to the internet (Murali & George, 2007).Internet is also shaping the business world as it allows online transactions and interactions among different organizations. Concerning young people, social media is impacting lives in ways not previously witnessed and victims cannot let go the use of the internet (Ko., et al, 2005).This comes with both positives and negative effects. Addiction is an issue of high concern regarding the use of the internet, and shockingly, most victims do not realize this (Young, 1996).Internet addiction is thus linked