Marvin Sum

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Internet Overuse Could Cause Structural Brain Damage

People struggling with addiction often exhibit the same types of compulsive and impulsive behaviors. Something becomes an addiction when it interferes with daily activities and the person’s ability to enjoy life without that thing — whether drugs, gambling, Internet or some other vice.

So apparently, too much of the internet is bad for you.

About

I'm Marvin. I build beautiful websites with incredible user experiences. I also tend to have an unhealthy obsession with anything web or mobile. Learn more, view my work or get in touch.

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Get Social with Me

  • I only add people I've met (in real life) to Facebook.
  • I tweet about all kinds of things.
  • I have a professional resume, which I should update more frequently.
  • I snap photos with Instagram, and broadcast them to my Flickr account.
  • I'm checking out and getting used to pinning stuff on Pinterest.
  • I used to Digg somewhat, but haven't bothered since the site's decline.
  • I have a Github account, which I should use more of.