Via Techdirt, there's a new study treating those with an Internet addiction...by giving them online therapy sessions. Huh. Perhaps I'm the only one who sees the irony in this? "For years, we've been reading stories about internet addiction -- and they're often fear mongering stories based on reports from psychologists who seem like they're just trying to drum up some business. I wonder what they think of a new study that shows that automated online therapy sessions tend to be just as helpful as offline visiting a psychologist in treating depression."
Related: Are you addicted to the Internet? And if you are, well, join the club. Here's some resources for you to get the most out of the Internet:
- A Short History of the Internet: What is the Internet, and what is its history? Here is a very brief look at the rich history of the Internet.
- Standards and Guidelines for the Internet: The Internet is a vast network of seemingly limitless information, but is there anyone in charge? Who sets the standards for Internet usage?
- Connecting on the Internet: How do computers talk to each other on the Internet? Through the use of TCP/IP, or technology protocols.
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