http://www.leeds.ac.uk/news/article/707/excessive_internet_use_is_linked_to_depression

Alrighty, so this came up in my textbook while I was skimming and I recalled reading this a few years back <.<

The question it asked in the textbook was the typical textbook 'make ya think' shit, or in simpler terms it was 'Which comes first?'

So, in your opinion are those who are depressed drawn to the internet or is it the other way around? That those who spend a lot of time online are making themselves vulnerable to depression.

There isn't a right or wrong answer, yet. However, the former strikes me as making more sense from what I've seen firsthand.

So what do you think?

YouTube

You might find this interesting. . .or offensive, try to ignore IA's abrasive nature.

The general point I think he's trying to make(which I somewhat agree w/) is that communities(depending on the community) on the internet can contribute probably to some psychological issues, or at least exacerbate them.

I quite like IA, even if I don't entirely agree with all of the points he makes <.<
I'll give this one a watch/listen now and get back to you >.>

depressed are drawn to the internet, i'd think, and depending on what kind of community they tend to, it can make the illness better or worse (this is just based on personal experience though, i have no idea really).

This would be what I've found as well >.>

Even if a community isn't a complete hugbox of cushions and cuddles as long as most of the users are nice people beneath any jaded/shitposty/asshole coating then it can be quiet helpful. I've seen it a few times on the flood (Here and B.net) where people rally behind and try to help those who aren't doing so well.

Quote from: Mr Psychologist on October 29, 2014, 03:40:26 PM

Quote from: RC5908 on October 29, 2014, 03:22:30 PM

depressed are drawn to the internet, i'd think, and depending on what kind of community they tend to, it can make the illness better or worse (this is just based on personal experience though, i have no idea really).

This would be what I've found as well >.>

Even if a community isn't a complete hugbox of cushions and cuddles as long as most of the users are nice people beneath any jaded/shitposty/asshole coating then it can be quiet helpful. I've seen it a few times on the flood (Here and B.net) where people rally behind and try to help those who aren't doing so well.

i've watched someone close to me slip into depression, and as far as i can tell, tumblr was a huge catalyst for that.

Ugh, yes.
I really fucking hate that site and not just because of the SJW shit. It's a toxic website. Whilst I'm sure the majority of users who use it aren't affected too badly if people are drawn into the wrong cliques there then the endless vitriol and bitchiness of the place will be taking it's toll.

Quote from: Mr Psychologist on October 29, 2014, 03:40:26 PM

Quote from: RC5908 on October 29, 2014, 03:22:30 PM

depressed are drawn to the internet, i'd think, and depending on what kind of community they tend to, it can make the illness better or worse (this is just based on personal experience though, i have no idea really).

This would be what I've found as well >.>

Even if a community isn't a complete hugbox of cushions and cuddles as long as most of the users are nice people beneath any jaded/shitposty/asshole coating then it can be quiet helpful. I've seen it a few times on the flood (Here and B.net) where people rally behind and try to help those who aren't doing so well.

Honestly, a hugbox would probably contribute as well. I mean, Jesus, just look at Tumblr.

Yeah <.<
I think that would contribute more towards the other branches of mental illness than specifically depression but it's certainly possible.

Quote from: Mr Psychologist on October 29, 2014, 03:47:18 PM

Quote from: SexyPiranha on October 29, 2014, 03:45:05 PM

Quote from: Mr Psychologist on October 29, 2014, 03:40:26 PM

Quote from: RC5908 on October 29, 2014, 03:22:30 PM

depressed are drawn to the internet, i'd think, and depending on what kind of community they tend to, it can make the illness better or worse (this is just based on personal experience though, i have no idea really).

This would be what I've found as well >.>

Even if a community isn't a complete hugbox of cushions and cuddles as long as most of the users are nice people beneath any jaded/shitposty/asshole coating then it can be quiet helpful. I've seen it a few times on the flood (Here and B.net) where people rally behind and try to help those who aren't doing so well.

Honestly, a hugbox would probably contribute as well. I mean, Jesus, just look at Tumblr.

Yeah <.<
I think that would contribute more towards the other branches of mental illness than specifically depression but it's certainly possible.

Whoops, I forgot this was about depression specifically. Sorry, I could see how certain other communities could affect depression similarly though.

Nah it's fine <.<

Watching the video nao.

YouTube

You might find this interesting. . .or offensive, try to ignore IA's abrasive nature.

The general point I think he's trying to make(which I somewhat agree w/) is that communities(depending on the community) on the internet can contribute probably to some psychological issues, or at least exacerbate them.

Well, just finished it.

That's fucking disgusting, and in some ways I'm glad IA made that video. Gangstalking, fucking hell. Was that simply thought up to tip Schizophrenics over the edge? ._.

Ugh.

Thanks for linking it though.