Net addiction op-ed

Amber Shahid, Saudi Gazette, Ouch! Internet addiction hurts!, 14 Apr 2010 "The Internet, no doubt, is a good source of entertainment but an empty mind is a devil’s workshop and over-usage may lead to unnecessary and immoral activities which may not coincide with our Islamic values. You can find interesting and beneficial activities outside the Internet world too and there is nothing as good as real human interaction that develops a better personality and etiquette. So why not try that ?” Hina Khan, a psychologist advised."

Counselling: Internet addiction +

Selma A. Cook, Islam Online, Islamic Approach to Overcoming Addiction "Unfortunately, addiction has become widespread, including that related to play stations, the Iinternet, and shopping as a result of obsessive behavior. In order to overcome obsessive behavior and attain balance and well-being, the person must undergo a long and difficult journey."

Infocus, Pornography: Shameful, silent disease spreads in Muslim community, interesting discussion on the impact of this on Muslims, including internet 'addiction'. "On the religious front, Sadiq believes that in order to prevent falling into the evil cobweb of pornography, a Muslim should read Qu’ran on a daily basis, go the mosque very often, keep good company, avoid surfing the net unnecessarily and when doing so, do it in a public place or around family so the temptation to view illicit material does not come up."