https://pjmedia.com/lifestyle/2012/04/02/is-the-internet-making-you-crazy/feed/PJ Media is a leading news site covering culture, politics, faith, homeland security, and more. Our reporters and columnists provide original, in-depth analysis from a variety of perspectives.en-usWed, 10 Jun 2026 06:06:08 -0400<![CDATA[Apparently technology is exacerbating the traits of those with various &#8220;mental disorders&#8221; according to a new book by Larry Rosen, PhD entitled iDisorder: Understanding Our Obsession with Technology and Overcoming Its Hold on Us. I thumbed through the book to find that many of the chapters have a quiz where you can find out what type of psychological disorder you have, learn how technology is making you worse and then do something about it. Wow! Who knew those of us who use technology were that messed up. In a quiz on Narcissistic Personality, I learned that if you think you will be a success, would prefer to be a leader, rarely depend on other people to get things done, and take responsibility for making decisions, you will accumulate points towards being a narcissist. Apparently, scoring high on authority and being self-sufficient are now interpreted as being &#8220;disordered.&#8221;]]>Mon, 02 Apr 2012 04:36:47 -0400<![CDATA[Helen Smith]]>https://pjmedia.com/helen-smith/2012/04/02/is-the-internet-making-you-crazy-n139366