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No Harm, No Foul in Heavy Net Use

An anonymous reader writes "Breathe easy, addicts. A new study says there's no harm in extended Internet use, contrary to earlier research indicating otherwise. Science Blog reports on an a University of Alberta study that found it can even be therapeutic for those 'facing social isolation and loneliness.'" So rejoice, everyone reading this on Sunday afternoon.

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  1. Good news for all of us! by OmegaGeek · · Score: 1, Troll

    From the news release: Heavy Internet use may be therapeutic for those people facing social isolation and loneliness

    I don't think I've ever read a more succinct description of /.ers!

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