Abstract
The article is devoted to the problem of computer addiction in adults, which has been insufficiently studied in comparison with the adolescent audience. Objective to analyze the causes of addiction, including professional necessity, the search for emotional release, social isolation and personal factors (anxiety, low self-regulation). Сorrelation analysis showed that the key predictors of addiction are anxiety (r=0.68), emotional burnout (r=0.72) and low self-control (r=0.65). A study of 250 respondents revealed that 12 % have pronounced signs of addiction, 38 % have a moderate level. Men are more likely to be addicted to online games and computer work, while women are more likely to be addicted to social media and Internet surfing. Addiction leads to increased anxiety (87 %), irritability (74 %), family conflicts (56 %), and decreased productivity (64 %). Results and their significance correction strategies have been developed, including selfregulation methods, cognitive behavioral techniques, and social measures. Pilot testing showed that self-regulation reduced addiction in 75 % of participants, cognitive behavioral therapy increased selfcontrol in 68 %. The results obtained confirm the hypothesis of severe computer addiction in adults and allow us to recommend the proposed strategies for prevention and correction.