"Discover Your Place on the Internet Addiction Spectrum"
Originally Published 2 years ago — by New York Post
A study conducted by researchers from the University of Surrey has categorized internet users into five groups based on their screen dependency: casual users, initial users, experimenters, addicts-in-denial, and true addicts. The study found that younger individuals were more likely to be addicted to the internet, with those aged 24 or younger spending an average of six hours online per day. Cell phone use was also linked to higher levels of addiction, and emotional responses to technology predicted future behavior toward augmented reality. The findings highlight the need for tailored interventions and support for individuals at different stages of internet addiction.