the positive and negative effects of excessive Internet use on undergraduate students.

These effects consists of seven dimensions namely:behavioral problems, interpersonal problems, educational problems, psychological problems, physical problems, Internet abuse, and positive effects excessive Internet use can lead to a host of problems of educational, physical, psychological and interpersonal nature. However, a greater number of students report positive than negative effects of Internet use.

Without negating the advantages of Internet, i would suggest that Internet use should be within reasonable limits focusing more on activities enhancing one’s productivity. world wide internet usage has tripled in the last few years today the internet is easily accessible in schools, colleges, and public places. the internet has become mandatory in business both for the seller and the consumer in addition the cost of computers is becoming more affordable so the number of home computers is rapidly on the rise. with such accessibility the internet has become an integral part of our lives. the internet allows the user a range of practical application such as the ability to conduct research. with the internet you could major in philosophy but have a broad understanding of human resources if you read articles and visit sites.

Like any other means of communication the internet has both beneficial and negative consequences. healthy internet used can be determined by analyzing the positive changes in behaviour and psychological state the distinction between healthy and unhealthy internet use depends on the amount of time spent on it and the kind of activities one engages in. excessive time spent on the internet on purposeless activities often takes people away from their actual goals.