18/05/2023
WHAT IS TECHNOLOGY?
Technology is the use of scientific knowledge, experienceand resources to create processes and products that fulfillhuman needs. Technology is vital in communication.
WHAT IS TECHNOLOGY ADDICTION?
Technology addiction (also called Internet addiction, or Internet use disorder, among other names) is a broad term used to describe any obsessive tech-related behavior, be that gaming, online shopping, social media use, video watching, or anything else involving digital technology.
Tech addiction doesn’t have to be clinically classified as an addiction to be a serious problem, however. Along with comparing this issue to “DIGITAL COCAINE,” some have linked increased screen time to a rise in attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), adolescent anxiety, depression and su***de risk factors.
CAUSES OF TECHNOLOGY ADDICTION
• Social Influences
• Compulsive Behavior
• Stress
EFFECTS OF TECHNOLOGY ADDICTION
• Headache or Physical Pain
• Blurred Vision
• Anxiety
• Depression
TRY THIS TO OVERCOME TECHNOLOGY ADDICTION
•Schedule your internet time
•Limit your smart phone and computer usage
•Find a new way to socialize
•Work with an addiction counselor
NOTE:
"TECHNOLOGY is a TWO SIDED WEAPON, it might be used for the BETTERMENT of the society or for DESTROYING things. The DECISION is in our HAND, TECHNOLOGY is just a TOOL that WOULDN'T FUNCTION WITHOUT US. It's our DECISION to USE it in GOOD way or BAD way." - SHEENA E. ESTAYAN
Source :
Embark Behavioral Health
https://www.embarkbh.com/blog/what-is-technology-addiction/ #:~:text=Technology%20addiction%20(also%20called%20Internet,anything%20else%20involving%20digital%20technology.