...Computer Addiction Thesis statement Although some people say that using computers all time wouldn’t be harmful for them and it gives them more experience, overuse of computers has many bad effects such as physicals problems, affects family relations and academic study. I. Abstract Computer addiction is a very harmful to us. Although it is a new kind of addiction, it spreads all over the world and affects on all ages. Many people suffered from this problem because it effected negatively on them. It has stolen many important things from them such as health, family and time to study. I think that something must be done to those who overuse computers and internet. For example, they should try hard to stay less time on the internet. Also, they should join some centers that could help them to get red of this problem. II. Terms of Reference This research was written as part of the coursework for Visa 4 at Zayed University. It gives the reader information about the bad effects of overusing computers and internet. The information was obtained from books, the internet and databases. The research will show the problems that caused by overusing and internet and how it can effects negatively on health, family relation and academic study. III. Introduction Computer has become an important machines in our life. It plays a vital role in all fields of the life. When we add the internet to this small machine it becomes a big world that...
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...virtue, that a person should have. The top three answers were honesty, integrity, and a solid work ethic. Gambling is not an activity that could be described using any of these words. Gambling corrupts the values of the life, replacing them with greed and selfishness. It is a form of theft from taxpayers, encourages the neglect of children and jobs, attracts a criminal element, cultivates laziness and lends itself easily to other societal ills such as alcohol and drug use and prostitution. Gambling undermines the work ethic by offering a “something for nothing” attitude and leads people to profit by causing loss to others. Most proponents of gambling consider it to be harmless recreation. However, like the tobacco industry, the gambling industry relies and thrives on addiction. The bulk of the gambling industry’s profits come from problem and compulsive gamblers. In terms of casinos, they produce no wealth for anyone other than the owners. They do not produce a good to be manufactured or exchanged. Almost every dollar spent in a casino is utilized by the casino; -- it is sucked out of the community, not spent elsewhere, or put into a savings account. Gambling and casinos are not economic development. We, as a society, must choose to build a future on solid economic foundation, or build a casino economy where we say it does not matter. The social costs of gambling, the externalities, are hard to quantify. Every casino market has had to deal with rising crime, strained...
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...influenced its development. Vice activities, such as gambling and prostitution, have historically been a significant facet of both the state's culture and its economy. Law enforcement organizations have traditionally defined vice as including prostitution, gambling, alcohol and narcotics, and pornography. These activities, though always controversial, represented major influences in the state with some enterprises at times holding legendary status. The legal status of the individual activities has fluctuated substantially over time. Additionally during some periods individual communities and public officials have been accepting of many of these activities, even when they were illegal, because of corruption, because the activities were seen as inevitable, or often because the activities were economically important. Early Texas and the Republic of Texas Before the arrival of the European settlers in Texas, the plant peyote (peyotl in Nahuatl) had become a popular hallucinogenic among tribes in the Rio Grande Valley as well as parts of West Texas and Chihuahua. Tribes in the area included the Carrizo Coahuiltecan and later the Lipan and Mescalero Apache, and even the Karankawa and the Caddo tribes. The plant came to be used for both recreational and ritual usage. Its hallucinogenic effects were regarded with suspicion among the Spaniards and the drug was never widely used outside the Native American communities. Gambling was a popular pastime in many parts of early Mexico...
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...Computer addiction A disorder in which the individual turns to the Internet or plays computer games in an attempt to change moods, overcome anxiety, deal with depression, reduce isolation or loneliness, or distract themselves from overwhelming problems. The elderly, as well as children and adolescents, are particularly vulnerable because they may not realize the extent of their dependency. In many instances, individuals with computer addiction may seek help for another condition, such as depression, phobias or other addictions. Computer addiction is defined as the immoderate/compulsive use of computers so much so that it interferes with daily activities. It is a disorder whereby the individual devotes oneself to activities on the internet such as checking of e-mails, going on social networking sites or plays computer games for 12 hour or more at a time. Computer addicts turn to the internet/computers to attempt to change their moods, overcome anxiety, deal with depression, reduce the feeling of isolation or loneliness, or to distract themselves from overwhelming problems that they are facing. The groups of people that are especially susceptible are the elderly, children and teenagers. This is because they might not realise the extent of their dependency on the computer. Effects of Computer Addiction Computer addiction can have a number of negative effects on individuals physically or psychologically. Psychologically, the most critical...
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...ADDICTIONS Many people get addicted to drugs and alcohol ext- They become dependent on it the important thing is to get help before it ruins your life. There are so many different types of addictions such as meth, crack, cocaine, heroin, marijuana, and alcohol. These addictions are just an example of the extreme life changing substances. There are less serious addictions such as cigarettes, and chew, then there are not so big of a deal but, big enough that you should seek help. These are just some of the types of addictions. Right now I want to talk about the major addictions. Meth is a highly addictive drug there motto is “not even once”. Meth is a synthetic stimulant that affects the central nervous system. If meth gets a hold of you it will not leave you alone tell you get your next fix. According to www.methproject.org meth has a huge effect on your body especially the brain. Meth also known as methamphetamine can cause significant changes to the cranium. Some are immediate and some happen over time. Depending on how bad the addiction is. It causes depression, learning difficulties, obsessive movement, and memory loss. Meth is so highly addictive that doing it once will set up the cycle of dependency. This is where the users need the drug in order to be all right. (www.methproject.com) Users continue to depend on meth because, of the effects of coming down. When coming down you can’t find anything to make you happy. Thus the reason users will go to any lengths to get more...
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...Addicted to Video Games When you think of video games, you don’t think of an addiction, but video games can be as addictive as gambling or alcohol. When my son was around 3 years old, I bought a PlayStation video game system and he would sit and watch me play. One day my son asked me if he could play, it was a 2 player game, so I showed him how to play. I would play from time to time, and as time went on he became better and better. It was like nothing I had ever seen, he was a natural. As the years went by and my son grew older, he was playing more games and he had asked for a Nintendo Gameboy. He soon grew bored of it, he asked for a Nintendo Wii for Christmas and Santa made his wish come true. As the months went by, as a reward for doing chores he would receive a game instead of money. Before long, he had every accessory and he had received 22 games. The years passed and again he grew bored of the Wii, so he asked for the Xbox 360 video game system, and of course I gave in. He became more involved in playing games as the years went by. He always would ask for the newest games, the newest wireless controllers, or headsets. He began to play more in the multiplayer online game venues, and had a list of friends from all over the world. He plays the Xbox any and every chance he gets, beating complete games in as little as 4 hours, or playing campaigns in the online multiplayer area for hours on end. When he plays the game so much, it tends to get in the way of his everyday...
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...called “Trash talks”. Trash talks such as foul languages can really lose their temper and values. As a result, the both sides will fight against each other. Gamble is also present in the game, the highest bet is 5,000 pesos and the lowest is 300 pesos. Again, money for them is not that important anymore. Many players says that “Dota is the best past time ever,” so it’s Ok for them to waste their money. Due to playing, eating is irrelevant; the satisfaction they get form playing is the same as the satisfaction they get from eating. As a result, the body’s immune systems are getting weaker and now expose the different viruses and diseases. All in all, Dota really affects the life style of the youth who are in to this game, although it has one good benefit, but it corrupts the mind and the way the youth think. It also weakened the body system, money and moral values were not given importance because of this game. There are many students and even some young professional are addicted to Defense of the Ancients or Dota. This is a kind of computer games that can be played by many players and is one of the most popular games to young students. Many students get addicted to this game and they even long hours inside the computer shop just playing this kind of game. There are studies that getting addicted in playing computer games affects their studies and this is the cause why they are lying to their parents that they need extra money for their school project but the truth is they are just...
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...SWOT and Strategy Evaluation Paper: Gambling PHL/320 07/21/2015 SWOT and Strategy Evaluation Paper: Gambling Fancy cars, extravagant vacations, expensive jewelry, and a bigger house; we all wish for these things and wonder how we will ever make them a reality. Growing up we all heard that ‘the grass is always greener on the other side.’ This is even truer as an adult since we all want something that we don’t have. To some people, gambling is the only way that dream will ever happen. All they need to do is win one more time or win just a little bit more money. However, most people will not stop at just one more time. It turns into a never-ending cycle. If it is used for the good of society it can be a completely healthy hobby that really adds to society. |Strengths |Weaknesses | |Gambling become socially acceptable |Large capital investments | |Key source of revenue for States |High debt-to-equity ratio | |Increased US tourism spending |Gambling addiction | |Increased casino hotel revenues |Gambling can lead to health issues ...
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...Introduction Teaser: Show a short clip from a poker movie. Internal Preview: In order for us to fully understand the benefits of playing Texas Hold’em, we must first explore the problems associated with gambling. Second, we’ll explore what’s causing everyone to play Texas Hold’em. Finally, we’ll offer some simple solutions as to how you can maximize your winnings. Transition Statement: So first, let’s discuss problems associated with gambling. II. Main body 1: Problems 1. Addicting Claim: Gambling addiction is a problem. Grounds: According to a 2011 article by Dr. Stanton Peele, Is gambling Addictive? What do addicted gamblers look like?, Dr. Peele claims that, “an activity not involving a substance can be addictive.” Warrant: Stanton Peele Ph.d, J.D. has written books on addiction and has credibility on the issue. Bad debt Claim: Gambling is not typically a good source of income and if not done responsibly, can lead to large debt. Grounds: According to a 2012 ESPN article, written by Bill Simmons, Charles Barkley admitted to squandering millions of dollars away at casinos. Warrant: Espn sports analysts are very diligent and professional. Transition Statement: Now that we have a grasp on the problems associated with gambling, let’s discuss whats causing the craze over Texas Hold em. III. Main body 2: Cause Popularity Claim: Texas hold em is becoming a world wide phenomenon, because it’s fun. Grounds: There are multiple major Texas hold em events including...
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...moking tobacco is both a physical addiction and a psychological habit. The nicotine from cigarettes provides a temporary, and addictive, high. Eliminating that regular fix of nicotine will cause your body to experience physical withdrawal symptoms and cravings. Because of nicotine’s “feel good” effect on the brain, you may also have become accustomed to smoking as a way of coping with stress, depression, anxiety, or even boredom. At the same time, the act of smoking is ingrained as a daily ritual. It may be an automatic response for you to smoke a cigarette with your morning coffee, while taking a break from work or school, or during your commute home at the end of a long day. Perhaps friends, family members, and colleagues smoke, and it has become part of the way you relate with them. To successfully quit smoking, you’ll need to address both the addiction and the habits and routines that go along with it. Your Personal Stop Smoking Plan While some smokers successfully quit by going cold turkey, most people do better with a plan to keep themselves on track. A good plan addresses both the short–term challenge of quitting smoking and the long–term challenge of preventing relapse. It should also be tailored to your specific needs and smoking habits. Questions to ask yourself Take the time to think of what kind of smoker you are, which moments of your life call for a cigarette, and why. This will help you to identify which tips, techniques or therapies may be most beneficial...
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...Gambling should be banned in South Australia When people crowd around waiting for coffee in the morning, with just a few steps, following the "VIP Room" signs, you can enter the timeless gaming room and start gambling. And years later, what would happen if you went home and told your family you had lost all the family’s savings? The gambling debate is a hot topic at all times. In South Australia, 31% adults gamble per month and 11% gamble weekly (DFC 2006). In spite of the fact that gambling provides enjoyment for thousands, employment for hundreds more, it is evident that it equally leads to illegal and reprehensible behaviour and it even may ruin some people’s lives. Firstly, the obvious advantage of gambling is that anybody has the chance to win a lot of money and then their lives could be changed forever. Such an intention and motive gives people a great desire to win money and spend a significant amount of time at gambling venues. And bit by bit, they have less control over their gambling. Consequently, for the same reason, most of those people who have a nice expectation of their life will gain a crippling addiction and lose a lot of money. Other than drugs and alcohol, a gambling addiction can lead to misspent money, a ruined marriage, strained family relationships, and other questionable activities. It can even lead to crime. Furthermore, another advantage of gambling is that the government makes a lot of money by taxing gambling venues. The gambling industry...
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...anyone indulging in their unhealthy habit of choice and not deriving some compelling benefits. But the fact is, abstinence is substantially easier to achieve. If you doubt that, just think about all the times you were able to go on a very strict and rigid diet, or stop smoking, or abstain from alcohol, gambling or drugs -- only to find that once you started drinking occasionally, or cheating on your diet, or borrowing cigarettes, you soon ended up right back where you started. It has become a clich?, but it's still more than a good joke: "I can quit any time I want. I've done it thousands of times!" Of course, the issue of moderation is not subject to discussion when your habits involve eating, spending, or relationships. With activities like these, moderation is the only option. What kind of goals should you set if your habit doesn't involve food or life sustaining activities? Such behaviors include, but are not limited to: gambling, workaholism, over spending, hyper-sexuality, obsessions with pornography, excessive exercising, hypochondria and destructive relationships. These behavioral unhealthy habits need to be understood in the same way as addictions to psycho-active substances....
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...Phobias and Addictions Paper Viktorija Canevik-Alex PSY/300 Jacqueline Hall July 20, 2013 University of Phoenix Phobias and Addiction Paper In this paper I will discuss how phobias and addiction are connected to the classical and operant conditioning. I will explain how phobias and addiction are evolve through classical and operant conditioning, what is the difference between classical and operant conditioning, what is extinction and how extinction is accomplish in the classical and operant conditioning. Phobia occur when people are scared or fear without stopping of something genuine and hard to control and usually occur in young age but also it can occur in older age. Phobia is something very common and it influence peoples life every day, but important thing about phobias is that it can be treated. Here are some examples of phobias, like fear from: kissing, drugs, cold, taking medicine, mother-in-law, children, and others. Addiction can occur when people have hard time to control or stop use, do or take something. People can be addictive to many things, not only to alcohol and drugs, people also can be addictive...
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...Phobias and Addictions PSY300 Phobias and Addictions In today’s society, many individuals suffer from phobias and addictions. Phobias and addictions are typically paired because those with an addiction began with a phobia they were unaware of. Phobias and addictions should be fragmented into two groups of conditioning with the effects each partakes on an individual: classical and operant conditioning. Classical conditioning occurs when an individual discovers how to respond to a stimulus in their atmosphere. Operant conditioning is when one responds to a reward or penalty. The foremost difference between classical and operant conditioning is the response and a stimulus, which can lead to addictions and phobias. Addictions An addiction is a determined behavior in wanting and needing something. Most know it can have unsympathetic consequences, but the individual will continue this behavior because of the addictions. Furthermore, the majority of addictions start with a satisfying involvement with something and desires to prolong or recreate the act. The addictive individual will endure the behavior with very little, if any self-discipline, even when it can become damaging or has already taken over their body. A person who is addicted will familiarize with desires and cravings to connect with the behavior and this need will build up, until the behavior kicks in again, typically feeling relief, and ecstasy (Grant, Potenza, Weinstein, & Gorelick, 2010). Additionally...
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...STATEMENT OF PROBLEM: The study aims to understand the different cause of computer games addiction and manage their time on study and playing games. Specifically this study seeks to answer this following questions: 1. What are the cause of computer games addiction as perceived by the students? 2. What are the advantages and disadvantages of being addicted to computer games? 3. What are the proposed ways to eradicate computer games addiction? PANPACIFIC UNIVERSITY NORTH PHILIPPINES Lopez Jaena St. Tayug, Pangasinan Name: (Optional) ____________________ Gender: ________ Age : ___ Course: _________ Computer Addiction This study attempts to determine the problems encountered by the students of PUNP that affect their performance in addiction of computers. I. Study the effects and cause the students in computer games addiction. Direction: Put checkmark on the space provided that affect and cause in computer games addiction Problem 1. I prefer playing games to spend time with my friends 2. I find satisfaction in playing games 3. I think playing computer games is the answer to my problem 4. I prefer playing sports game in computer rather than playing it in real-life situation 5. I build interconnection with other computer gamers 6. I want online games to gain respect to other students 7. I prefer playing online games for pastime 8. I feel frustrated if I did not...
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