Reader comments from www.advocate.com – The Advocate Poll – Brief Article
* “Yes, but I believe the problem is already there, in anyone who has it, and it is just easily manifested via the Internet. I do not believe the Internet `creates’ it.”
* “Even though I do not use the Internet for live sexual encounters, I spend a lot of time looking for the right image that will give me physical release. The time it takes me to get off is taking longer and longer. I see this as a sign of addictive behavior.”
* “There are days when I seem to be a totally different person with no control.”
* “If so, it means I’m addicted to CNN and Google.”
* “I’m spending far too much time on Gay.com. You bet it’s addictive.”
* “I work a bit, then I get bored a bit; I look at some hot bodies online, then I get bored again and go back to work. Is this worse than a coffee break?”
THE ADVOCATE POLL
SPONSORED BY SUBARU
In the February 4 issue, readers
were asked:
Do you think your Internet
usage shows any signs of
sexually addictive behavior?
Yes 43%
No 50%
Undecided 7%
Note: Table made from pie chart.
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