TECHNOLOGY ADDICTION

ORGINS

• Most prevalent in the latest decade
• New products constantly made and updated to improve efficency
• Includes: tablets, smartphones, apps, notebooks etc.

CAUSE 1

CAUSE 2

CAUSE 3

SYMPTOMS

• Compulsive need to have access to devices
• Neglects personal well being whilst using devices
• Ignores social norms for sake of device interaction
• Lack of social interaction in real life

WITHDRAWAL SYMPTOMS

• Sluggish behaviour
• Anxiety when separeted from devices
• Increased irritability
• Depression

RESPONSES TO THE ISSUE

• Online support groups created
• Articles written informing people of the risks
• Studies to establish behavioral patterns
• American Academy of Pediatrics have taken issue into consideration
• South Korean parliament considered passing a law to curb excess use

TREATMENT

• Medication
• One on one therapy
• Group therapy
• Inpatient rehabilitation program
• Seeking help from addiction specialist

SOURCES

• En.wikipedia.org/Digital_addict
• www.healthline.com/health/addiction/gaming-and-technology#Treatments3
• static.guim.co.uk/sys-images/Guardian/Pix/pictures/2012/3/6/1331051472834/C...
• www.schneiderb.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/Digital-Footprint.png
• cdn.phys.org/newman/gfx/news/hires/2013/facebook_like_thumb.jpg

SOURCES CONTD.

• internet-safety.typepad.com/.a/6a0133eccb8b0d970c-320wi