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Delusions about the Internet.

G Catalano1, M C Catalano, C S Embi

  • 1Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Medicine, University of South Florida College of Medicine, James A. Haley Veterans Hospital, Tampa, USA.

Southern Medical Journal
|June 18, 1999
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Two men experienced delusions of being controlled by the Internet, suggesting a new subtype of psychiatric illness influenced by media content. This highlights evolving delusional themes in the digital age.

Area of Science:

  • Psychiatry
  • Internet Addiction
  • Delusional Disorders

Background:

  • Increasing global computer and Internet use is leading to greater public familiarity with digital technologies.
  • Previous reports have documented Internet addiction, indicating problematic usage patterns.
  • The pervasive nature of the Internet raises questions about its potential influence on mental health.

Observation:

  • Two male patients presented with delusions of being controlled by and entwined with the Internet.
  • These delusions suggest a novel manifestation of psychiatric conditions.
  • The content of these delusions appeared influenced by popular media themes.

Findings:

  • The observed phenomenon is not considered a distinct diagnostic entity.
  • It is hypothesized to be a subtype of existing psychiatric illnesses, such as delusional disorder.

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  • The study explores the formation of delusional content and the role of media in shaping it.

    • Implications:

    • This research suggests that psychiatric diagnoses may need to adapt to include technology-influenced delusions.
    • Understanding the interplay between media, the Internet, and delusional content is crucial for diagnosis and treatment.
    • Further research is needed to explore the prevalence and characteristics of Internet-related delusional subtypes.