NotesFAQContact Us
Collection
Advanced
Search Tips
Showing all 3 results Save | Export
Peer reviewed Peer reviewed
PDF on ERIC Download full text
Ellis, William F.; McAleer, Brenda; Szakas, Joseph S. – Information Systems Education Journal, 2015
The Internet's effect on society is growing exponentially. One only has to look at the growth of e-commerce, social media, wireless data access, and mobile devices to see how communication is changing. The need and desire for the Internet, especially in such disciplines as Computer Science or Computer Information Systems, pose a unique risk for…
Descriptors: Internet, Addictive Behavior, Risk, Educational Environment
Peer reviewed Peer reviewed
Direct linkDirect link
Shaffer, Leigh S. – About Campus, 2012
Recent changes in basic economic conditions make it harder for college students to find their way in the new economy. However, in addition to these structural changes that drive up the costs of living in society, many students are also suffering from the effects of developing an unsustainable, affluent lifestyle both before and during the pursuit…
Descriptors: Life Style, Quality of Life, Financial Services, Money Management
Peer reviewed Peer reviewed
Direct linkDirect link
McComb, Jennifer L.; Hanson, William E. – NASPA Journal, 2009
The vast majority of college students gamble, with some doing so problematically. This article discusses gambling and problem gambling among college students, framing it as an emerging health issue on college campuses nationwide. Given that 4 out of 5 college students admit to gambling, and that approximately 8% gamble problematically, it is…
Descriptors: College Students, Campuses, Behavior Problems, Student Behavior