How To Prevent Addiction

Negative geekhood stereotypes abound - geek boys have no social skills. Geek girls are ugly.

But The Onion has recently put forth a new, semi-positive geek stereotype. It seems that now, geekhood is a protection against addiction.

Thanks to my friend Cindy for sending this my way!

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Nevermind looking ugly - it's difficult enough to prove we exist!

Found your blog recently Zuska, it's an inspiring read. You made me realise I've burried my bite, and maybe where I shouldn't have. Thanks!