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This research intended to study the simple and multiple relationships of shyness and loneliness with addiction to Internet among Azad University students in Ahwaz. 225 students were chosen by random sampling method. To gather the data Cheek and Buss Shyness Scale (1983), Russell, Peplau and Cutrona Loneliness Scale (1980) and Internet Addiction of Law and Cheng (2007) were used. Results showed that there is a positive relationship between shyness and loneliness, and Internet addiction among students. Regression analysis, by using enters method, showed shyness and loneliness could predict Internet addiction.
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