Problematic computer use is a growing social issue which is being debated worldwide. Internet Addiction Disorder (IAD) ruins lives by causing neurological complications, psychological disturbances, and social problems. Surveys in the United States and Europe have indicated alarming prevalence rates between 1.5 and 8.2%.
There are several reviews addressing the definition, classification, assessment, epidemiology, and co-morbidity of IAD, and some reviews addressing the treatment of IAD.