Internet Addiction
This contemporary poem explores internet addiction, social media, and the psychological effects of constant online connection. It reflects on how comparison, envy, and low self-esteem can turn digital interaction into a cycle of isolation, asking whether the internet brings us closer together—or leaves us feeling more alone.
Does Anybody Like Me?
Websites & applications fuel
“internet addiction” a condition
linked to depression
they say.
The way we communicate
rapidly evolves –
an integrated component
of human interaction.
Physicians weighed down,
placed in position
to judge whether this internet
is positive or problematic.
People lacking self esteem
turn to social media,
filling a void, resulting
in increased cyber activity.
The journaling and linear
associations measured in terms
of time spent &
frequency of visits.
Thoughts & actions exposed –
peers elicit senses
as envy propels an array
of distorted beliefs –
That others are happier
& more successful –
the addict trapped
in endless isolation?
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For those of us trapped away from the world, oh, the internet makes us a home with contact to people like you. People who see inside a matter are rare. Nicely written.
Thank you Ann for your time and valuable comment. Much appreciated.
Sometimes the Internet is a form of connection with friends and people like me who have issues with depression and anxiety. There are times I barely make it out of the house. A friend from high school who is also on Face Book reminded me of something that helped me get through.
Excellent post
Thank you for reading and sharing your thoughts Lydia.