You can assume an
adult addiction if you agree with at least four of the
following:
Frequent preoccupation
with the behavior or with activity that is preparatory to
the behavior.
Restlessness or
irritability one is unable to engage in the
behavior.
Frequent online
browsing, videos, or magazines to a greater extent or a
longer period than intended
Repeated efforts to
reduce, or stop the behavior.
Continuation, despite
knowledge of having a persistent or recurrent social,
financial, psychological, or physical problem that is
exacerbated by the behavior
Frequent engaging in
the behavior when expected to fulfill other tasks eg.
occupational, academic, domestic or social obligations
Important social,
occupational, or recreational activities given up or
reduced because of the behavior
A lot of time spent in
this behavior, engaging in the behavior.
