The amount of teenage internet access has increased dramatically throughout the years as technology advances. By just a click of a mouse all types of information can be found. Many teenagers spend hours and hours on the internet and by the time they realize it, they have been online for hours without even knowing it. Teenagers can easily become addicted and over time this addiction can lead to many negative consequences. In source 1 it explains the reasons why teenagers are becoming addicted to the internet. One reason is that they can be suffering from depression, anxiety, substance use or eating disorders, and learning or conduct problems. Teenagers addicted online can change mood, behavior and might act up or think in different ways.
