MRI imaging and clinical research confirms that acupuncture relieves internet addiction disorder. Neuroimaging demonstrates that acupuncture normalizes brain activity levels while alleviating compulsive internet use, anxiety, and depression for patients with internet addiction disorder. Internet addiction disorder, often referred to as Problematic Internet Use (PIU), is not listed in the DSM (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders) but internet gaming disorder is listed.
Internet addiction disorder is linked to brain pathology. Renato Arap/iStock
