Computer addiction can be described as the overuse of the computer which continues despite serious negative consequences for personal, social or occupational functions. However, not all people who spend hours each day on the computer are considered addicted. There are many uses for computers and the Internet and in many cases, an individual may spend ６ or more hours in a day on the computer but still not be considered an addict. Therefore, there is no set number of hours that is considered a potential for computer addiction.

But those who are suffering from anxiety and depression caused by stress at work, relationships or financial problems tend to become computer addicts. Some people become addicted mainly because they feel bored with everything and feel like there is nothing else to do.

If one feels an intense desire to go online, play a computer game, or socialize as soon as he wakes up and before he goes to bed, he may have become an addict. Other symptoms include using the computer as the only source of entertainment, lying to his family and friends about the activities that he performs while on the computer. Some addicts possess anxious feelings when wanting to use the computer or knowing that time on the computer is limited. Others may lose track of time while on the computer and spend more time on it than intended. The computer can also be used as a form of escapism from reality.

Excessive computer use may result in the lack of face-to-face social interaction and an increasing amount of time and money on hardware, software and computer-related activities. Computer addiction makes one neglect his work, school, or family obligations. He often fails at repeated efforts to control computer use. So it’s time to seek help for the sake of health.

Counseling (心理辅导) or therapy can focus on treating underlying mental health conditions that caused the addiction such as anxiety, depression, social trauma or other conditions. Many different options for group or community support are available to assist those addicts. Just getting out and interacting with others can be very rewarding to the computer addict. Another method is to focus on new interests. For instance, a computer user might take part in a new gym membership, spend time at the movies with friends or go out for a walk. If a computer user does feel that he must go onto the computer, consider talking himself out of the computer use unless it is absolutely necessary. If he does go on the computer, he must make a plan for what he will do when on the computer, how long it will take and what time you will be off of the computer.

With workplaces becoming increasingly competitive, performances and results are the assessment factors that remain at the top of a management’s list. Almost every manager is bent on achieving, and in many cases, bettering his targets. As a result, employees are urged to work smarter, not just harder, in an effort to get the desired results. Though individual brilliance certainly contributes in its own way, it doesn’t decide the outcome of an entire project. Almost always, it’s the joint effort of the whole team that eventually decides the success or failure of a project. In such cases, team building in the workplace becomes absolutely necessary for many reasons.

Team building in an office helps develop better and more open communication between employees themselves, and also between employees and the higher management. Team building significantly contributes towards employee motivation and building trust among employees, therefore ensuring better productivity. Making a team a unit and improving harmony between its members are the important goals to be achieved on the way to success.

There are many simple team building exercises in the workplace. For example, when your employees have worked well, organize a day trip for them. Encourage employees to bring along their family members. It can be a welcome break from the daily work-related pressures and helps the fellow employees and their bosses to communicate, bond, and get to know each other in a better manner. This can, in many ways, translate into better returns in the workplace.

Learn to appreciate and acknowledge each other’s efforts. Also celebrate the success of a job well done or a project finished well ahead of the deadline. There is no better way than appreciating each other’s success in developing a sense of team spirit. This helps in wiping out any kind of negativity and keeps the team united.

If you have a major project-related decision to make, try asking your employees for their views on the subject. Have a group discussion on the matter and seek their suggestions and opinions. In any case, it’ll be you who have the last word, but his particular gesture will promote teamwork, develop employees’ confidence and make them feel that you value them.

Remember, team leadership and team building go hand in hand. The proper use of these activities in the workplace often translates into success for everyone. And it isn’t difficult and doesn’t require that you go out of the way or do anything extraordinary.

A young person is said to have a behavior disorder when his or her behavior is noticeably different from that expected in the school or community. This can also be stated in simpler terms as a child who is not doing what adults want him to do at a particular time. Children with this disorder often seem to be behaving in different and socially unacceptable ways.

    Like learning disabilities, behavior disorders are hard to diagnose. There are no physical symptoms in the body that are observable or measurable. Behavior disorders are therefore identified by observing behavior patterns in the child over a period of time. If a child displays some of the following behaviors, he may be labeled with a behavior disorder:

    ◆ Aggression and cruelty to people and animals.

    ◆ Destruction of property — defacing or damaging things.

    ◆ Little sympathy and concern for others.

    ◆ Takes no responsibility for behavior. Also lies, cheats and steals easily.

    ◆ Disregards (无视)rules and regulations.

    In addition to these general symptoms of a behavior disorder, there are other symptoms characteristic of more specific behavior disorders such as ADHD — this is the inattentive, can’t-sit-still behavior. The attention can’t last long and the behavior is impulsive at times. The child also seems quite distracted and forgetful.

     Behavior disorders come from brain injury, child abuse, and shock, etc. There have also been indications that it could be a genetic disorder. The behavior therefore is an involuntary response to these experiences and the child should not be blamed for his behavior. Since the child has problems controlling his behavior, it stands to reason that his performance in school will be affected. A child with a behavior disorder will feel bad about himself and that low self-esteem will be further worsened by the adults around him who do not treat his condition with understanding and willingness to help.

     Behavior disorders are best dealt with by behavior and psychological treatments. But, as with learning disabilities, accurate diagnosis is important and this must be over a length of time. It is also important in trying to modify the behavior to be clear about what is the behavior you are expecting. Make sure it is a rational expectation. For example, expecting a three-year-old to sit quietly through a long church service may not be reasonable, or demanding that a six-year-old does extra home work after a long day of school and extra curricular activities may be stretching the child’s concentration and attention too far. Since some behavior disorders result from shocking and upsetting life experiences or brain injury, treatments should include helping the child to resolve and heal emotionally from the experience. The behavior could be corrected through emotional healing. In other words, when a human being is emotionally healthy, that is, can be aware of his intelligence and enthusiasm for life and his loving connectedness to other human beings, he automatically “behaves” rationally.

Title: Behaviour Disorders

In most cases there is no such thing as the perfect candidate; we are all unique individuals and everyone comes with a different combination of skills, experience and qualities.

As a result it is very rare to find that perfect fit. Having said that, there are common characteristics that employers always look for when they are planning to take on new recruits. It doesn’t matter what sector or business you are talking about－if people are able to show that they possess these key attributes then they will always be in demand.

Here are four key qualities that employers always look out for when they are planning to take on new people in one of their businesses:

It is one of the most obvious questions to ask in an interview but there is a reason why people want to know where candidates see themselves in the future. The point of asking the question is to assess just how ambitious an individual really is. It stands to reason that an ambitious(有抱负的)company wants like-minded people working for them. As a manager or chief executive you want people alongside you who are going to share your aggressive spirit, otherwise it is impossible to build the successful company you imagine.

Ask the question and most people will tell you that they are self starters, but it is actually quite tough to find people who have the right personal drive and can work under their own steam. The simple fact is that every manager wants workers who have the initiative(自主性)to organize their workload and go about their business without anybody keeping an eye on them. These people are a key component of any successful organization, not just for their professionalism, but also because they set a good example for those around them.

This is true for most employers but particularly those in a service-based industry. Providing quality customer service is what sets these firms apart from their competitors so it is very important that the staff can make sacrifices for the companies. They need to have a real dedication to what they are doing. As somebody who has spent many years in recruitment, I can usually tell which people are going to be the top performers purely through their attitude. Someone who is prepared to stick at it even when times are tough, and who will go that extra mile for themselves and the company is a huge asset(财富).

It is becoming increasingly difficult to stand out in the modern world, so someone who has a little bit of personality can make a big difference to the atmosphere in the workplace. Of course they need to be a team player, and nobody wants to work with someone who leads people to the wrong way, but there is nothing wrong with maverick(标新立异的)sand strong characters. These are the people who stand out in a crowded room and can often push your business on to new heights. A good team always has a combination of many different character types and the most important thing is to get them to live in harmony and cooperate well.

Many candidates go into interviews and are keen to emphasize their skills. This is fine, but if you can also show potential employers you have most of the qualities listed above –preferably with examples – you will almost certainly become a more attractive candidate.