The hardest issue to overcome in terms of treatment is breaking through
an Internet Addict’s denial of the problem. Similar to alcoholism,
the Internet Addict must first realize the addiction and be motivated to
seek help.
Many people believe the only way to cure Internet addiction is to pull
the plug, cut the modem wire, or throw out the computer. But think again.
You don’t have to go "cold turkey" in order to deal with
this disorder. Since the Internet is a productive tool when used
properly, it important to find a balance between Internet use and other
life activities. The treatment model is similar for eating disorders or
controlled drinking programs. The focus being to identify triggers
which onset binge-behavior and re-learning how to use it in moderation.
Unlike physical addictions like alcoholism, Internet addiction does not
require abstinence for a healthy and life-enhancing recovery. To
help in that recovery process, Caught
in the Net, provides practical tools and dozens of intervention
technique. Special emphasis is given to additional outside resources
that are becoming available to treat this addiction and which can help
Internet junkies stay on track in the months and years ahead.
Please view our array of Services
if you are an addiction counselor, employee assistance provider, family
therapist, or mental health professional would like to arrange to arrange
a full-day training workshop on the evaluation and treatment of compulsive
Internet use.
Please contact our Virtual Clinic
if you think you have a problem with controlling your Internet use (or
you know someone who does).
If you are a therapist treating a client with signs of compulsive Internet
use, please take our Survey for Therapists.
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