According to a study conducted in Germany, the results show that teenagers' addiction to the internet is equated with addiction to drugs and alcoholic beverages.
Researchers warn that internet addiction affects the brain just like marijuana or alcohol does.
In both cases, there is a risk of addiction: that is, when "you want more and more of something and lose control," scientists explain. "Spending too much time on social networks leads to neglect of other areas of life," researchers added.
Inability to control their actions can lead to serious consequences for teenagers' lives. In many cases, this results in a decline in academic performance or even in failing to learn at all. Scientists say social isolation, loss of recreational interests, and family disputes must also be added to this.
