Internet’s ‘dark side’ weaves web of depression

A “DARK SIDE” to the internet suggests a strong link between time spent surfing the web and depression, say psychologists.

British scientists found that the longer people spent online, the less likely they were to be happy.

A small group of the worst affected individuals were both depressed and addicted.

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