Gadget: Addiction and Gadgets
Are gadgets taking away the quality of life?
You may find this funny and laugh it off. However, it’s true. Psychologists reveal, individuals that spend long hours with gadgets and gizmos everyday are not able to distinguish between emotion in the virtual world and emotion in reality. Polls and surveys taken in various countries reveal more than 70% of people carry their favorite devices along on vacations. This proves that majority of the people around the globe cannot live without their gadgets. If you feel restless without your favorite device, it’s a sign you are addicted. De-addiction centers in various countries are reporting an increasing number of cases where individuals are seeking help for gadget addiction. Most gadget users are unwilling to accept the fact that they are addicted. Denial is exceedingly high among regular users of devices. Gadget overload is going to be hard to control. Unless every individual acts responsibly and sensibly, there’s no way out. The speed at which technological advances are taking place is a growing concern. Already, research on wearable gadgets for the future has begun, and it’s only a matter of time when wearable electronics will become a norm.
Obesity among gadget users
Obesity among children, teens, and adults is growing at a rapid rate globally. Obesity is alarmingly high among individuals that are addicted to gadgets or gizmos. Individuals that are addicted to social networks are seldom unaware about their intake of snacks and sodas. Lack of physical activity is the reason why a number of children from different parts of the world are obese. When was the last time you’ve seen your child run or play outdoor games? In today’s times a child’s new playground is his/her room. Children and young adults spend most of their time with smartphones, tablets, gaming consoles or laptops, or are found glued to the TV. Chatting online with friends and playing games are considered children’s favorite activities. Lack of physical
You may find this funny and laugh it off. However, it’s true. Psychologists reveal, individuals that spend long hours with gadgets and gizmos everyday are not able to distinguish between emotion in the virtual world and emotion in reality. Polls and surveys taken in various countries reveal more than 70% of people carry their favorite devices along on vacations. This proves that majority of the people around the globe cannot live without their gadgets. If you feel restless without your favorite device, it’s a sign you are addicted. De-addiction centers in various countries are reporting an increasing number of cases where individuals are seeking help for gadget addiction. Most gadget users are unwilling to accept the fact that they are addicted. Denial is exceedingly high among regular users of devices. Gadget overload is going to be hard to control. Unless every individual acts responsibly and sensibly, there’s no way out. The speed at which technological advances are taking place is a growing concern. Already, research on wearable gadgets for the future has begun, and it’s only a matter of time when wearable electronics will become a norm.
Obesity among gadget users
Obesity among children, teens, and adults is growing at a rapid rate globally. Obesity is alarmingly high among individuals that are addicted to gadgets or gizmos. Individuals that are addicted to social networks are seldom unaware about their intake of snacks and sodas. Lack of physical activity is the reason why a number of children from different parts of the world are obese. When was the last time you’ve seen your child run or play outdoor games? In today’s times a child’s new playground is his/her room. Children and young adults spend most of their time with smartphones, tablets, gaming consoles or laptops, or are found glued to the TV. Chatting online with friends and playing games are considered children’s favorite activities. Lack of physical