Technology Addiction
Published on Mar 22, 2016
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WHAT IS TECHNOLOGY ADDICTION?
- Technology addiction is a growing trend. More common among teens, technology or gaming addiction occurs when a person has a compulsive need to use devices like smart phones, computers, or video games.
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TECHNOLOGY ADDICTION AND YOU
- Do you remember the last time you willingly didn't use a cell phone, computer, or play video games for a full 24 hours?
- If the answer is no then you are addicted to technology.
SEVERE SYMPTOMS FOR TECHNOLOGY ADDICTION
- compulsive need to be online or have access to devices
- forgetting to eat or sleep while using technology.
- loss of interest in activities other than using technology.
- spending hours in front of the computer without taking breaks
- irritability, depression, or lethargy when not engaged in gaming or technology
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WHY IS TECHNOLOGY ADDICTION A BIG DEAL?
- People who are addicted to technology tend to not do things that should be done daily.
- Addicts can't wait to use their cell-phones and this is a hazard and can cause driving accidents for everyone on the road.
- Addicts sometimes neglect what is important in life such as family and friends.
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WHERE DOES TECHNOLOGY ADDICTION BEGIN?
- In today's day and age exposure to technology starts at a young age.
- It is not uncommon for children to have access to computers and cell-phones.
HOW TO FIGHT TECHNOLOGY ADDICTION.
- To combat addiction people can lessen the amount of time they use technology a day.
- Spending more time outdoors can lead to people use technology less.
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