A Survey based on Side Effects of Internet Addiction on Youth during Quarantine Period

Abstract

Prashant Singh, Nandini Gupta and Richa Rohatgi

The fast-moving world where the society is advancing each second, the productivity got a break when Covid -19 pandemic was spread throughout the world. So as to limit the damage of this disease, Government of India imposed a lockdown. Due to this, people are entrapped in their homes and are becoming socially isolated. As a result of their boredom, Internet seems as a one-stop solution. But the extensive utility of internet during the period of Quarantine has its side effects. This paper aims to analyse the levels of internet addiction and the associated effects on people’s mental and physical health as well as the various changes in their dietary habits associated with it. This paper also discusses preventive strategies that can be utilized during the quarantine period by individuals, which can help reduce/eliminate these problems.

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