New 'internet addiction spectrum' categorizes users from casual to addicted based on age, time spent online, tech confidence

Researchers developed a new "internet addiction spectrum" that categorizes users into 5 groups based on online habits, from casual to addicted.
The spectrum found younger people are more likely to be addicted, while addiction decreases with age.
Addicts spend significantly more time online compared to casual users.
More addiction correlated with greater confidence using new mobile apps and tech.
Emotional experiences strongly predict future app use behavior across all groups, especially addicts.

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Study Finds Younger People More Susceptible to Different Levels of Internet Addiction

Younger individuals are more likely to be addicted to the internet, spending on average six hours online per day, while those older than 24 only spend an average of four hours, according to a study conducted by scientists from the University of Surrey.