The Controversy over the Internet

The growing popularity of the Internet is highly due to being user friendly and a source of endless access to information. Even though there are many positive aspects of using the Internet, there are also important negative aspects that need to be considered. People who use the Internet are more likely to experience depression and loneliness. The Internet can also be used to obtain intimate personal information about people.
A study of social and psychological effects the Internet has on users revealed there can be negative effects. Results show people who spend a few hours a week online experience more depression and loneliness than those who have more limited use. …