Whether in the news, on social media, or even among friends, you have probably heard the phrase “Text Neck.” Although this problem is becoming more and more prevalent, it is rarely taken seriously. Many people who suffer from this condition complain of neck pain, but not everyone believes that it was caused by staring at …
Our phones consume way too much of our time. You may start to feel the effects of swiping and scrolling after a while. Your wrist might hurt, or you might feel numb or tingly in your hand. What if this is a sign that there is something more serious going on? Approximately three to six …
A person may spend up to four and a half hours looking at a TV screen a day, almost five hours on a laptop, and three hours, 12 minutes playing games. Smartphones also account for four hours and 33 minutes of an adult’s daily screen time. This is equivalent to 44 years staring at a …
Technology changes the way we learn in 2 fundamental ways: What We Learn How We Learn Access to computers, networks, and sophisticated machinery is changing the way we interact with the world and revolutionizing how we learn. Before digging into the two ways tech is changing the way we learn, it’s helpful to first understand …
The amount of time spent on screens is increasing. Your health may suffer if you spend too much time watching television and scrolling on your phone. Researchers estimate the average American spends nearly 24 hours a week online. Anxiety, poor posture, sleep problems, weight gain, heart disease risk, and even possible brain damage can be …
Long-term use of screens may negatively affect mental health One-third of children said they felt unimportant when their parents looked at their smartphones during meals or playing together. This can have severe consequences for children’s mental health. It might seem like a good idea at the time to be on your phone or to work, …
It may be especially dangerous to spend a lot of time on social media. In a study published in 2018, it was found that reducing students’ social media usage to 30 minutes a day had a substantial effect on wellbeing. Spending time on your phone, watching TV, and playing games might seem like a great …
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