is there such a thing called opinion addiction?
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Opinion addiction doesn't exist. Self doubt does. The basis is seeking approval from others, so as not to look inept. Look at things in a different way: accept and laugh at mistakes you may make doing whatever it is. It's called living as you know.\nTo me, it sounds like you had parents/adults who were of the old mindset about not trying anything on your own, or even if you wanted to do/fix sometthing, there was always an adult who pointed out how he/she would do it, took over the task, and made you feel lesser for it.
582878
ya, i m addicted to it lately.\ncant go to bed b4 browsing here.\nreading those funny or stupid answers make me laugh till i choke myself
333146
Yes, if you buy too many of them very often. People can become addicted to anything. It becomes an addiction when it starts interfering with your everyday life and with your personal relationships.
798922
I am a content, deep-thinking person who does some writing.  I believe in things most people can't see so I don't always appear to have my feet on the ground. I don't naturally like to impose my opinions, but when I am on here I feel I do it a little too much.  I prefer to genuinely help people, if at all possible.  I don't like spending too much time on here because it becomes hard to leave it, so I limit myself now.  This is just a little indulgence for me each day.  I look forward to reading some of the other answers to this question!
938493
Wow...ummm, how does this affect my life?  There are so many other things I could do with my time than worry about what a bunch of egotistical, attention craving "celebrities" say or do to one another.  Who cares?
102821
Yes i believe so. I have found that in posting certain controversial, debatable issues, the majority of the responses I have received have been either opinions in the form of absolute truth with no backup or 'witty' one-liners aimed at one-upping me in an attempt to make me look stupid. Pretty disappointing.
1145257
wouldn't that be an opinion?
700828
You DO have a point...\n\n...but I think people like you are the answer - staying in to "engage" those people who DO want to hear from someone who thinks (even if we don't agree).\n\nThere are Points Hunters and Givers (some do both, and I suppose it's O.K., though one is better) in any group, in any place.\n\nStill, it's your call - but PLEASE don't stay away TOO long!
724139
If you want the points rather than giving it your honest thoughts, just pick an opinion-based question and agree with whatever nonsense the questioner has put up.  For example, somebody may ask "I think we don't see enough pink sparrows, don't you agree?"  Answer, "Sure, I would love to see more! Great idea!"
39953
Yes, the internet is addictive and treated in the medical profesion. There are support groups that deal with WWW addicitons.
586447
I know, right?  This is like an obsession for me.  I know in the back of my mind those points are totally useless, but I still can't help this compulsive hoarding of points.  I exhaust my limits daily.  Not necessarily because I have useful things to add to the conversation or question.  No I look for the dumb ones like "how old am i" just so I can get points without spamming.  \n\nIts sad really.  *heavy sigh*\n\nAnd inside I'm thinking, easy two points and it feels like confession.  Big money if this person's a priest...its a twofer!
128919
Yah, go to Yahoo Groups and form Yahoo Ask Answer and Discover Annonymis (YAADA), become addicted to that.  Constantly pos that you have that group in here soyou feed your addiction.
525541
There's no remedy for this addiction.  My husband has been drawn in by its siren call and I'm not far behind.  My only suggestion is to do your best to pump up your points level when you're not at work so that you're not constantly focused on it while you're supposed to be a functioning member of the business world.\n\nbut then again... screw it... I have to get to the next level!
947249
I found lost of helpful tips on the issues which are interesting to me. But I have also learned about the psychology of people and how some ask questions but only want to hear opinions that are similar to theirs, how some others refuse to hear different opinions even if it makes sense and how to some people choosing to attack others and spreading false information is more important than investing their time to get some benefit. It's really amazing how some people make accounts for the sole reason of provoking, or offending other ones and then pretend they're under attack!
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i think most people want to think they have an opinion on something, so they just make stuff up without even knowing what they're talking about. they want to sound smart, but the SMART thing to do would be to know what you're talking about before you open your mouth.\n\nbut about your problem. would it be bad to ask the people their opinions and just tell them you don't feel like you know enough about it yet to have an opinion? maybe they'll tell you a little about it and you'll learn about it so you WILL have an opinion the next time. just ask them.
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yes its highly agitating.  its so easy for somebody to judge somebody else without ever experiencing their problems.  its just one of the many forms of ignorance.  next time you start to get mad when somebody talks like that, consider where its coming form.  a most likely completely uninformed individual.
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I have to agree that it is addictive. Since I have found it I have been on everyday. I think it is because we all like to think that we have something to say and this is the absolute best way to show that. Some things on here are rediculous but dont we all have an opinion on something if not anything. I love this site and reading and responding to all the post. I think I hit level 2 a couple of days ago and now i have about 350 points. I have been on for about a week now if that long. I spend a few hours at a time on a couple times a day.\n\nok just checked and I underestimated myself... including this answer I now have 402 points. Thats kinda scary that I have that many points so fast. Maybe I am a little addicted.