Glued to the screen- Two thirds of us need the internet to function

By Abigail Phillips

 

The internet is clearly engrained into the daily routine for most people, but when you step back and look at the statistics, it can be pretty staggering.

Research (and an infographic) by Siteopia has found that two thirds of people admit they ‘need’ the internet to function in everyday life. Add to that the fact that we don’t go longer than 90 minutes during the day without checking Facebook, Twitter or e-mail, and you’re creeping towards a full-fledged addiction. Continue reading