Posted by cloudydaze on August 3, 2006, at 21:37:24
In reply to Re: shelter, posted by Dr. Bob on August 3, 2006, at 8:04:04
> > if I was overly sheltered here (and wanted to be), I might expect to be sheltered in real life too, and when things didn't turn out that way, I would end up being more upset.
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> I think most people know what "real" life is like before they even get here...
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> > Over time, I might withdrawl from real life and my only social interaction would be these boards, where I am sheltered.
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> If someone gets their needs met online, is that a bad thing?
>YES! If it causes them to withdrawl from all real contact....you don't think internet addiction is unhealthy Bob?
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