Couples In Bed Now More Likely to Get a Computer Virus

Couples in bed now apparently are more likely to get a computer virus than a sexual one. The reason: they seem more interested in their laptops than each other. (We always KNEW TMV was irresistible):

Couples are spending more time looking at their laptops in the bedroom than they do looking at each other.

More and more people are putting their relationships at risk by using laptops in bed, it was reported yesterday.

Christine Northam, a counsellor with Relate, warned the obsession with technology could lead to relationship problems.

She said: ‘Modern technology provides us with brilliant tools but when its use becomes excessive and clutters the bedroom it can actually get in the way of relationships.
‘Technology is a major distraction and can lead others to think you’re avoiding them.’
‘A quiet chat is a great way of connecting with family and friends.

We need to make time for talking face to face. When you’re in bed it’s the perfect time to turn off the tech and tune into your relationship.’

The study of two million Britons, including 200,000 Londoners, was carried out by Ikea.
Researchers found couples in London were the worst offenders in the country, with 22 per cent of people admitting using a computer in bed.

Edmonton is home to the most nocturnal surfers with 23 per cent.

AND:

Another study, at Tel Aviv University, concluded that overuse of the internet should be regarded as a disorder on a par with gambling, sex addiction and kleptomania.

The research showed users were addicted because they become irritable when away from technology.

(We’ll have to see if we can get a future study to determine how much addiction to TMV has reduced the birth rate or led to divorces.)