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On my 57th rewatch of Sex and the City, my overarching thought is this: “I’m so jealous they’re living in a world without smartphones.” 👀 My latest article on slocial media, the resurgence of Pinterest, and how apps like Diem, Sunroom, Landing and Communia are here to save us. https://lnkd.in/eBtF62ZU

Several International news media featured this piece few days ago and there are some points to unpack. 1.Nothing is secret when it is online 2. Internet has illicit content 3. It pays to be circumspect when sending content online, it could hunt you later. It is a required to support our wards in their digital journey and here is recommending parental monitoring applications. No need to check through each wards digital device, just log on to your dashboard OR get alerted for rule breaks set by yourself, instantly. This holiday, find out about parental monitoring applications, find out about PARENTYN. #future #parenting #mobilephones #digitalwellbeing https://lnkd.in/dQGVGdWa

Smart Phones Dumb People There is one massive Pandemic which is affecting a majority of the population and not much noise still is the smart phone addiction (social media/YouTube and the likes, etc). The anticipation and draw of the notification is the serious killer, I must admit that I too am a victim of the same. WhatsApp has made it worse, most of us have developed this habit of frequently checking out phones or for that matter mindlessly scrolling the feed, with time just slipping away. With the amazing algorithms built by these digital giants they have mastered the art of hooking the attention of the user and engaging him with generous doses of dopamine. Dopamine, a neurotransmitter which makes us anticipate rewards and gives us the desire to take action to get the rewards hijacks our focus. I strongly feel that the overall productivity and focus has dwindled to dangerous levels and needs urgent attention and needs to be meaningfully addressed. My view or concern is with the pace at which technology is developing and likes of smart glasses making thier presence felt, this will deteriorate further. There could soon be a day when the enemy nations might launch free apps/programs in our country to keep our productive population wastefully busy. Frankly, It's actually a good time to start having Digital Upvas (Fasting) or Dopamine Detox. I will surely try my hand at it. on a lighter note young activists please note this could be a sunrise sector for protesting and also do good to society. It's high time to actually reclaim ourselves from the phone #ZaynaAsheKaiNa #Addiction #SmartPhones #Dopamine #Detox #Mindfullness

Anxiety and poor mental health in children and young people are featured in headlines daily. We know the problem is complex, yet action to address some of the root causes is painfully slow. Smartphones, some experts believe, are re-wiring brain architecture and fundamentally changing the nature of childhood. In our blog this week we reflect on the problem and society's response to it. #smartphones #anxiety #children #parents #schools

🌑Roma, 28.6.24. The other (dark?) side of the moon 💿The #digitalrevolution has significantly enhanced many of our daily activities, creating substantial impact and value for humanity, however is also causing a decline of our cognitive faculties. 🧠Are we on a verge of #mentalhealth issues ‘pandemic’? 📚 A review of 50 #clinicalstudies involving 1.9 mln people has demonstrated that #Smartphones negatively impact mental health, especially among adolescents. #Highscreentime is linked to increased depression, anxiety, and sleep issues, with studies indicating a 42% higher risk of these conditions. #Socialmedia use exacerbates problems through envy and fear of missing out (#FOMO), causing stress and body image. #Behavioraladdiction to smartphones leads to cognitive control problems and socioemotional dysfunctions. 💡So, what can we do? 1. educate kids and parents? 2. increase the age limit for social apps and punish companies that don’t enforce them? 3. invent the equivalent of a weight-loss drug for Instagram? Curious to hear your thoughts. P.s. written on my iphone15, using chatgpt and various sources, picture is real from a concert this Friday…

As I prepare for a digital detox - going off grid for a couple of weeks, I've been reading arounf the impact of socail media/smart phones on people, children in particular. This article provides reasons why we struggle with it (the dopamine hit) and the importance of talking and play - https://lnkd.in/eZaFGJHt

As a parent, I always wonder if I’m doing enough to protect my child’s mental well-being. A recent survey of 10,000 parents gave me pause—almost half have noticed changes in their child’s personality because of smartphones and social media. It’s a heavy thought to carry. It’s time to slow down, and join #TheBetterPhoneProject we’re co-creating solutions with people around the world to find balance: https://lnkd.in/dZMjwFwD @HMD #HumanMobileDevices

Research has shown that excessive smartphone use by teenagers – including time spent on social media and gaming apps – can lead to them becoming addicted to their devices.   This addiction can lead to a myriad of issues for teens, including insomnia, back pain, fluctuating weight, vision problems, headaches, anxiety, dishonesty, feelings of guilt, and loneliness. Excessive exposure to social media can also lead to your teen making unhealthy comparisons and developing a negative body image. Learn more about #digitaladdiction, how to spot it, and what to do about it here: https://lnkd.in/esQv-vvg #onlinesafety #teenmentalhealth #teenhealth #adolescent #mentalhealth #smartphoneaddiction

*NEW EPISODE* 🎙 This week Dan Churchwell of the Acton Institute joins us to discuss a topic that is ever more pressing, especially for parents: addictions to smartphones and social media among children and teenagers📱 Most of us know something is wrong, and the data now exists to confirm the problem: our smartphone technology is rewiring childhood and creating an epidemic of mental illness. Dan recently wrote: “Armed with the avalanche of evidence regarding the potentially harmful effects of smartphone use, parents have the main responsibility to model and enforce rules around it. This will be a countercultural act.” He discusses this with us, and we tackle what parents should consider to combat these harmful technological addictions among children and teenagers. Links to the episode in the comment section below! ⤵ #cofcomcat #podcast #technology #addiction #smartphone #socialmedia

Absolutely. Smartphones are blunting the cognitive faculties of the users- young and old alike. The ill-effects of overuse of smartphones are so evident all around us such as lack of sleep, shunning responsibilities, becoming unsocial (aloof, if that is a better description), and therefore, vulnerable to depression, anxiety, aggression, and 'moody'. What is the way out? I guess, it will have to be an individual approach for each such case. Are there ample opportunities to keep her busy? Do friends and family show empathy and provide alternatives? Can the child go out to play or take a stroll in the neighborhood without feeling unsafe? And many more such factors. Like any other addiction, this habit can only be checked through empathy and love, not by force. Though policy makers also need to look at the adverse social impact and not only the revenue generated from tax paid by these platforms. What does your experience say? (Article courtesy: The Economic Times) #smartphone #addiction #youth #adolescent #psychology #mentalhealth