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Shotton concludes that “addicted computer users were mainly male introverts” (The costs and the benefits of Computer Addiction Shotton). In his article, Jerald J. Block states that Internet addiction is caused by three main factors: games, sexual preoccupations and e-mail/chats. The author list the steps of addiction, first being the excessive use, second – withdrawal, third- the need for a better equipment, and 4th – negative repercussions, like isolation from society, lying, poor achievement, etc. In South Korea Internet Addiction is one of the most serious public health issues. Approximately 210,000 children aged 6-19 are Internet addicted, 80% of them need psychotropic medications, and about 20% to 24% require hospitalization. An average South Korean student spends about 23 hours per week playing computer games. The therapists are concerned about the growing number of persons dropping out from work or school to use time in front of
