rackmup
04-17-2002, 11:10 AM
CCB ADDICTION
<ul type="square"> Can't get into work on time because you HAD to post at the CCB?
Did you spend your vacation week at the computer INSTEAD of visiting a "vacation locale" with your family?
Tired from prolonged exposure to the computer and the Internet?
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THESE ARE ALL EXAMPLES of a condition called CCB ADDICTION, POOL FORUM ADDICTIVE DISORDER or ACCUTE CYBERCUECHAT DEPENDENCY. It is a problem very similar to Pathological Gambling or Compulsive Shopping. Like other addictions, it affects other people -- family, friends, and co-workers. Spouses complain that their loved ones neglect them. Couples separate when one of the partners finds someone else on the Internet and leaves home. Like gamblers they compulsively keep investing time and money. They fantasize that the next CCB POST they make will solve all their problems.
THE KNOWN "TOP TEN" SUFFERERS"
Listed in order of addiction severity
<ul type="square"> Tom_In_Cincy
Doctor_D
cheesemouse
Rod
TomBrooklyn
Chris Cass
rackmup
TheShot
CarolNYC
Q-guy
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Is a family member or friend on this list? If so, intervention is needed immediately. Consult your local Computer Mental Health & Dependency Center and schedule an appointment to discuss treatments.
SIGNS OF ADDICTION
<font color=red>One or more of the following signs could indicate possible CCB ABUSE</font color=red>:
<ul type="square"> Blisters or wear marks (usually on fingers, hands) caused by gripping the computer mouse for extended periods of time.
Wearing sunglasses (to conceal dilated, constricted or bloodshot eyes) from time spent in front of the computer monitor.
Wearing gloves in warm weather (to hide blisters and wear marks on hands.)
Long stays in the bathroom (constipation) caused by prolonged sitting at computer desk.
Frequently late to work or appointments (typical pattern of someone that has to get in "one last post".)
Excessive use of breath mints (masks the smell of "Nacho Cheese Doritos", a favorite "upper" of CCB addicts.)
Unwarranted laughter (associated with dilusions caused by prolonged exposure to screensavers.)
Extreme mood swings (typical reaction to antagonistic "anonymous" posters.)
Unusually disheveled or unkept (distorted priorities.)
Nodding out (drowsiness; lethargy from time at the computer.)
Sweating profusely, even on cold days (physical reaction to prolonged heat produced by overheating CPU's.)
Bad attitude in the morning (slow ISP connection times.)
Borrowing or begging for money (to support pool habit.)
Poor circulation (reaction related to "ergonomically incorrect" computer desk chair.)
Undependable; unpredictable (typical pattern of excessive computer abuse.)
Aggressive; Uptight; Paranoid (believes all negative "anonymous" posts are directed at him/her.)
Swollen/puffy hands and/or feet (see "circulation. Also caused by gripping computer mouse too tightly.)
Constant sniveling (only present in "railbird" CCB'ers.)
Yawning (symptom associated with lack of sleep.)
Associating with other known CCB users (could indicate deeper involvement such as dealing in downloaded CCB content.)
Teary eyes (excessive monitor exposure.)
Frequenting known computer locations, other than home (could indicate "closet" CCB involvement.)
Unnecessary or obvious lying (to cover up excessive computer use.)
Burns, lesions, sores, in mouth or on lips (possibly having sexual relations with prostitutes. CCB addicts have no time for developing sound, personal relationships.)
Frequent isolation (would rather spend time on the computer.)
Hyperactivity (caused by receiving "accolades" from other CCB'ers on posts written by the addict.)
Listlessness (due to lack of sleep.)
Hiding Internet Accessible Palm Pilots in unusual places (to conceal "closet" CCB abuse.)
Presence of Pool Digest paraphernalia (sign of deep involvement in CCB activity.)
Smell of "No-Doz" (attempting to thwart the body's need for sleep.)
Gradual disappearance of computer disks or re-writable CD's (downloading of CCB content for resale to other CCB addicts that don't have regular computer access.)
Unexplained spending of unusual amounts of money (could indicate gambling with other CCB'ers in online pool (Virtual Pool) sessions.)
Burnt soda cans or melted liter soda bottles (trying to smoke soft drinks in an attempt to immediately ingest caffiene.)
Knotted shoestrings or pantyhose (losing basic motor skills due to excessive CCB abuse.)
Bloodstained undergarments or bloody toilet tissues (could indicate anal irritation caused by prolonged sitting at computer desk AND/OR the concealment of Internet Accessible Palm Pilot.)
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If YOU or SOMEONE YOU LOVE exhibits <font color=red>THREE OR MORE</font color=red> of the above listed symptoms, your/their addiction is currently hopeless using conventional and current treatment methods and CANNOT be treated. It is in your/their best interests to purchase Carpal Tunnel Wrist Supports, an "ergonomically designed" desk chair, a heavy-duty CPU cooling fan and heavy leather gloves.
Eventually, your computer will fail to operate correctly due to repeated, excessive use and only then, can you/they receive the help that you/they so desperately need.
Regards & good luck,
Ken (not related to the "rackmup" listed with the other addicts. Honest, that's not me!)
<ul type="square"> Can't get into work on time because you HAD to post at the CCB?
Did you spend your vacation week at the computer INSTEAD of visiting a "vacation locale" with your family?
Tired from prolonged exposure to the computer and the Internet?
[/list]
THESE ARE ALL EXAMPLES of a condition called CCB ADDICTION, POOL FORUM ADDICTIVE DISORDER or ACCUTE CYBERCUECHAT DEPENDENCY. It is a problem very similar to Pathological Gambling or Compulsive Shopping. Like other addictions, it affects other people -- family, friends, and co-workers. Spouses complain that their loved ones neglect them. Couples separate when one of the partners finds someone else on the Internet and leaves home. Like gamblers they compulsively keep investing time and money. They fantasize that the next CCB POST they make will solve all their problems.
THE KNOWN "TOP TEN" SUFFERERS"
Listed in order of addiction severity
<ul type="square"> Tom_In_Cincy
Doctor_D
cheesemouse
Rod
TomBrooklyn
Chris Cass
rackmup
TheShot
CarolNYC
Q-guy
[/list]
Is a family member or friend on this list? If so, intervention is needed immediately. Consult your local Computer Mental Health & Dependency Center and schedule an appointment to discuss treatments.
SIGNS OF ADDICTION
<font color=red>One or more of the following signs could indicate possible CCB ABUSE</font color=red>:
<ul type="square"> Blisters or wear marks (usually on fingers, hands) caused by gripping the computer mouse for extended periods of time.
Wearing sunglasses (to conceal dilated, constricted or bloodshot eyes) from time spent in front of the computer monitor.
Wearing gloves in warm weather (to hide blisters and wear marks on hands.)
Long stays in the bathroom (constipation) caused by prolonged sitting at computer desk.
Frequently late to work or appointments (typical pattern of someone that has to get in "one last post".)
Excessive use of breath mints (masks the smell of "Nacho Cheese Doritos", a favorite "upper" of CCB addicts.)
Unwarranted laughter (associated with dilusions caused by prolonged exposure to screensavers.)
Extreme mood swings (typical reaction to antagonistic "anonymous" posters.)
Unusually disheveled or unkept (distorted priorities.)
Nodding out (drowsiness; lethargy from time at the computer.)
Sweating profusely, even on cold days (physical reaction to prolonged heat produced by overheating CPU's.)
Bad attitude in the morning (slow ISP connection times.)
Borrowing or begging for money (to support pool habit.)
Poor circulation (reaction related to "ergonomically incorrect" computer desk chair.)
Undependable; unpredictable (typical pattern of excessive computer abuse.)
Aggressive; Uptight; Paranoid (believes all negative "anonymous" posts are directed at him/her.)
Swollen/puffy hands and/or feet (see "circulation. Also caused by gripping computer mouse too tightly.)
Constant sniveling (only present in "railbird" CCB'ers.)
Yawning (symptom associated with lack of sleep.)
Associating with other known CCB users (could indicate deeper involvement such as dealing in downloaded CCB content.)
Teary eyes (excessive monitor exposure.)
Frequenting known computer locations, other than home (could indicate "closet" CCB involvement.)
Unnecessary or obvious lying (to cover up excessive computer use.)
Burns, lesions, sores, in mouth or on lips (possibly having sexual relations with prostitutes. CCB addicts have no time for developing sound, personal relationships.)
Frequent isolation (would rather spend time on the computer.)
Hyperactivity (caused by receiving "accolades" from other CCB'ers on posts written by the addict.)
Listlessness (due to lack of sleep.)
Hiding Internet Accessible Palm Pilots in unusual places (to conceal "closet" CCB abuse.)
Presence of Pool Digest paraphernalia (sign of deep involvement in CCB activity.)
Smell of "No-Doz" (attempting to thwart the body's need for sleep.)
Gradual disappearance of computer disks or re-writable CD's (downloading of CCB content for resale to other CCB addicts that don't have regular computer access.)
Unexplained spending of unusual amounts of money (could indicate gambling with other CCB'ers in online pool (Virtual Pool) sessions.)
Burnt soda cans or melted liter soda bottles (trying to smoke soft drinks in an attempt to immediately ingest caffiene.)
Knotted shoestrings or pantyhose (losing basic motor skills due to excessive CCB abuse.)
Bloodstained undergarments or bloody toilet tissues (could indicate anal irritation caused by prolonged sitting at computer desk AND/OR the concealment of Internet Accessible Palm Pilot.)
[/list]
If YOU or SOMEONE YOU LOVE exhibits <font color=red>THREE OR MORE</font color=red> of the above listed symptoms, your/their addiction is currently hopeless using conventional and current treatment methods and CANNOT be treated. It is in your/their best interests to purchase Carpal Tunnel Wrist Supports, an "ergonomically designed" desk chair, a heavy-duty CPU cooling fan and heavy leather gloves.
Eventually, your computer will fail to operate correctly due to repeated, excessive use and only then, can you/they receive the help that you/they so desperately need.
Regards & good luck,
Ken (not related to the "rackmup" listed with the other addicts. Honest, that's not me!)