Navy Serviceman Treated For Internet Addiction Allegedly Caused By Google Glass

SAN FRANCISCO (CBS SF) -- A U.S. Navy serviceman has been treated for internet addiction caused by overuse of his Google Glass device.

The 31-year old man had checked into the U.S. Navy's Substance Abuse and Recovery Program in September of 2013 for alcohol abuse treatment, The Guardian reported.

According to a paper published on the patient, he had exhibited strange behavior after relinquishing the Google Glasses while receiving treatment, including repeatedly tapping his right temple in a movement that mimicked the motion used to turn on the Glass display screen.

When the man checked into the facility, he was reportedly suffering involuntary movements, cravings, memory problems, and became argumentative and irritable when not wearing the glasses.

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