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Squiddiction | A Scientific Analysis

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It may be more serious than we thought.

Squiddiction is a relatively new disorder characterized by behavioral deviation such as Obsessive Compulsive Squidooing (OCS)[1].

Numerous reference can be found throughout the site with regards to the squiddictive potential of its use. This suggests that Squiddiction may be actually regarded as a desirable condition rather than a debilitating disorder.

Further scientific research is currently in beta and will be published here once available.

General Definition of Squiddiction

Squiddiction is a term used to describe a devotion, attachment, dedication, inclination, etc. to anything having to do with Squidoo.

Specifically, the term squiddiction is used to describe a recurring compulsion by an individual lensmaster to engage in squidooing, despite harmful consequences to the lensmaster's health, social life, or MonkeyBrain)[2].

The term is often reserved for lensmastering squiddictions but it is sometimes applied to other compulsions, such as lensrolling, and compulsive lensbuilding.

Factors that have been suggested as causes of squiddiction include the genius[3], dedication and likeability factor of the Squidoo creators[4] [5] [6] [7] and the Squid Squad[8].

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Signs of Squiddiction

Casual research on forums, guestbooks, lenses, and the bottom of my tea cup enable us today to recognize the tell-tale signs of squiddiction.

Take the quick self test.
In no particular order, you know you are squiddicted if...

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...you have more lenses than handbags

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Treatment of Squiddiction

The phenomenon of Sqiddiction is relatively new. Isolated instances have been reported since 2006 but preliminary research indicates that squiddiction is on the rise.

A matrix of treatment has not been established, but as in similar obsessive disorders, inner reflection is the first step to set the healing process in motion. The squiddict is strongly advised to take notes to facilitate the subsequent construction of a new lens.

Until a cure will become available, squidsperts agree that it is generally best to demonstrate support and compassion towards a squiddict.

Suggested Further Research

Squiddiction is a complex phenomenon without an established consensus on the boundaries, symptoms or treatment of squiddiction.

The following sources deal with the disorder in varying degrees and are suggested for further research:
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A Lensmaster's Healing Prayer

by crosscreations

God grant me the senility
to accept whatever lens errors I cannot change
the courage to change what lenses I can
and the wisdom to know there's a world beyond Squidoo.
 

Author: crosscreations


More Research Resources

Squiddicted: Addicted to Squidoo!
Love Squidoo? Can't get enough? Admit it...you're Squiddicted!Pick up some Squid swag for you or your favorite lensmaster atSquiddicted: Addicted to Squidoo! on CafePress.
Squiddicted! Positively Addicted to Squidoo
Squiddicted! Caught in the act.You are likely visiting this lens because you too, are squiddicted2squidoo!
You're Addicted to Squidoo When...?
ADDICTION...Or are you an addict? In the dictionary it says 'enslaved to a habit or dependent on something habit forming.' Well you just might be an addict. You love to wake up every morning, turn on your laptop, hit the bookmark icon and head to Squidoo.You love to see what has happened on your Das

Statements of Sympathy and Support

Squiddiction SupportIf you are squiddicted, consider yourself at risk, or are affected by a squiddicted loved one you are encouraged to post a note of sympathy and compassion, as this has been shown to exert a positive influence over the affected.

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In my yearlong practice of squidoodling I have come across many victims of this mysterious condition. It's time to raise awareness and show our support.

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