Solve the Technology Addiction Test & Find out How Dependent you Are!

Last Update Date: 24 June 2019

Do you think you are not that depended on your computer, tablet or smartphone; playing games, shopping, checking emails, watching videos, surfing on the internet or using social media? Well, think again! It turns out 1 out of every 4 people are addicted to the internet and technology even if they are not aware. So let's find out how addicted you are to the internet on your daily routine!

With this technology addiction test, which you can apply for your child or for yourself; you will find out how dependent you are. Please read all of the questions carefully and mark the answer that best expresses you. Before selecting an answer, consider how often you encounter the mentioned problems.

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Which of the following sentences best describe you? Click on the ones that you think “Yes, that’s totally me!” Complete the test, see the results and recommendations instantly!

I eat my food often in front of a computer or television. I take my laptop, tablet or smartphone with me to the toilet. I check my social media accounts at least hourly. After I send a message, I refresh the page continuously and check if I received an answer. Before I buy any product, I do a research on the internet. I use some words and phrases that I see or hear on the internet, games or chat rooms in my daily life. If there is no WiFi connection where I go, I change my location. I have at least 2 smart devices such as a phone, tablet or a computer that I can always access. The idea of spending time without an internet connection scares me. I prefer to buy products online than where I can buy from the store near of me. I use some of my earnings/allowances to purchase electronic devices, digital games and software. I own more than one t-shirt that contains computer games, game characters and influencer related jokes or memes. I know what “meme” means. I have been forbidden to use a computer or a smartphone by others . Currently, I have a group of friends where I met at a virtual game. I have three or more social media accounts. I have more than one battery chargers for my smartphones. I sitting close to the power outlet to use my devices while charging. I spend most of my day looking at the screen of my smartphone/tablet or computer. I use the abbreviations that I learned on the internet in my daily life. Sometimes I skip meals when I am on my computer, smartphone, laptop or tablet. I call my friends with the nicknames they use on the internet, in real life. I have more than 5 opened tabs on my internet browser now. There are more than 3 devices in my current environment. The number of computers in our home is more than the number of people. I check my messages, social media accounts and emails constantly while watching a movie. Even though I am not expecting an important message or a call, I don’t turn my device off. There are times that I have cancelled or postponed a romantic appointment to play video games or surf on the internet. Instead of making time for my personal hygiene, I sometimes spend that time on the internet and technology. Although my social network accounts on the computer are open, there are times that I feel I have done nothing about them. There are times that I surf on the internet, chat online or play games in my dreams. I can write a text faster with a keyboard than handwriting. There are appointments or events that I have missed because I prefer being on the internet. I can multitask while I am on my computer. Because I spend a long time on computers or other devices I feel pain in my wrists, hands, neck and back. Because I choose to spend more time with my computers or smartphones, I go to bed later than usual.

SEE THE RESULTS

You are great! You have a very very low risk of technology addiction 👏 If your answers to all questions were sincere, there is no need to worry.

But don’t forget, over time you or your child’s habits may change. Consider the following recommendations to protect your routine and avoid the risk of technology addiction: How to Prevent Technology Addiction?

You are in a pretty good state ✔️ Right now, you don’t need to worry about technology addiction. You spend the right amount of time on technology as it should be.

Your use of technology is higher than it should be ⚠️ You're not addicted yet, however, you should pay attention to your habit of technology use.

Would you like to reduce the risk of technology addiction? Read the following tips to review your habits and help you avoid the risk of technology addiction: How to Prevent Technology Addiction?

You're spending a lot of time on your devices and on the internet and you're at risk of technology addiction ⚠️ At this stage, technology can damage your life and your social relationships. You have to act before it's too late.

Would you like to reduce the risk of technology addiction? Read the following tips to review your habits and get rid of the pre-addiction phase: How to Prevent Technology Addiction?

Caution: Your risk of being addicted to technology is too high! ⚠️ In order to get rid of your addiction, you should evaluate this stage well and take all precautions.

How? Take a look at these recommendations to review your habits and get rid of the last phase before the addiction. How to Prevent Technology Addiction?

⚠️Caution: You have many symptoms of technology addiction!⚠️

You must take immediate actions to avoid technology dependency and take precautions.

Would you like to get rid of your addiction? Click here to learn how to free yourself from the internet and technology with the advice of the experts: How to Prevent Technology Addiction?

⚠️Caution: You have many symptoms of technology addiction!⚠️

You must take immediate actions to avoid technology dependency and take precautions.

Would you like to get rid of your addiction? Click here to learn how to free yourself from the internet and technology with the advice of the experts: How to Prevent Technology Addiction?

You have to mark at least one option.

NOTE: The content of this test has been compiled from the users diagnosed with technology addiction. The test is intended only to give an opinion: There is no definitive provision or official validity.

24 June 2019
Lauran Cole