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My Space etc

6/12/2007 6:32:00 AM tblack
42 Posts

With the rise of myspace, facepaint etc etc we are starting to see a whole new rise of interent new comers who are falling foul of a new type of addiction, I'n not sure what you would call it myspaceitise?

What do you think would be a term to encompass the problem?

Re: My Space etc

6/12/2007 7:44:35 AM xaphania
20 Posts

I'm not sure of a term, but I definitely think myspace and sites like it are causing people to become addiced to them.

My sister will sometimes spend hours and hours on myspace, simply updating her profile, commenting other people and awaiting comments from friends. Whenever a new comment hits her inbox she'll get incredibly excited. I myself can't see the appeal of myspace, nor why it is so addicting.

Perhaps it could be termed "social network addiction"?

Re: My Space etc

6/18/2007 7:32:30 AM lemonhead
19 Posts

Social Network addcition has a good ring to it, (if it can be good) its highly prevelant in teenagers and I think its something that parents and goverments should be taking note of!

Re: My Space etc

6/18/2007 9:25:34 AM kia06
53 Posts

I am a member of these sites, but i wouldnt exactly say that I am addicted to them. It is a good way to pass the time and met people I forgot about a long time ago.

Re: My Space etc

6/21/2007 12:20:30 PM lemonhead
19 Posts

Kia I guess you are on about Friends reunited or similar, they are good for getting back in touch with people you have not heard of for along time, but I fiund when i do get in contact one mail and I'm bored

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