There is no denying that technology has become a major part in all of our lives, and in a world driven by technology, it appears that almost every aspect of our daily lives now rely on some form of technological means. Whether it be to research a project, watch a new episode of “Suits” or text with your friends, technology has your back. However, not many people realise the dangers associated with this Golden Age of technology.
To see how reliant humanity has become on technology, one only needs to ask a simple question: “How many of us could go a day without our cellphone?”. The truth is that not many of us could. According to a TIME magazine survey conducted in eight countries, including South Africa, 84% of people said they couldn’t go …show more content…
Technological inventions designed to make our lives easier may be more harmful than helpful. These inventions reduce our physical activity as they allow us to access whatever we want from the comfort of our own houses. By giving us this ability, the need for going outside has become obsolete. What’s the point of getting up, taking a shower, getting dressed, and going to the movies or the library, when you can just sit on the couch and watch a movie or read a book online? This mindset is one of the dangers of technology, as this less active approach to viewing entertainment can lead to higher rates of obesity. Regardless of the associated health risks, however, the online viewing of content is on the rise. According to Adobe, online viewings of media have increased by an average of 388% every year. This means that yearly, more and more people are becoming less active, highlighting how technological dependence is making us …show more content…
According to his studies, the longer a person is exposed to social media and other such forms of technology, the more likely they are to develop a social disorder.
However, should technologies such as social media not help us develop social skills rather than social disorders? Contrary to popular belief, social media is actually not as ‘social’ as it may seem. According to a study conducted by the Consumer News and Business Channel, 54% of people feel lonely while they are on social media. Furthermore, since people primarily post the positive aspects of their life on social media, social media users feel that their lives are not as exciting and adventurous as they could be. This may lead to feelings of anxiety and insecurity.
There is no denying that through technology, humanity has been able to achieve great things and improve the overall standard of life for millions of people worldwide. However, it is important that technology is only used in moderation and that it never replaces the social interactions and relationships between
To see how reliant humanity has become on technology, one only needs to ask a simple question: “How many of us could go a day without our cellphone?”. The truth is that not many of us could. According to a TIME magazine survey conducted in eight countries, including South Africa, 84% of people said they couldn’t go …show more content…
Technological inventions designed to make our lives easier may be more harmful than helpful. These inventions reduce our physical activity as they allow us to access whatever we want from the comfort of our own houses. By giving us this ability, the need for going outside has become obsolete. What’s the point of getting up, taking a shower, getting dressed, and going to the movies or the library, when you can just sit on the couch and watch a movie or read a book online? This mindset is one of the dangers of technology, as this less active approach to viewing entertainment can lead to higher rates of obesity. Regardless of the associated health risks, however, the online viewing of content is on the rise. According to Adobe, online viewings of media have increased by an average of 388% every year. This means that yearly, more and more people are becoming less active, highlighting how technological dependence is making us …show more content…
According to his studies, the longer a person is exposed to social media and other such forms of technology, the more likely they are to develop a social disorder.
However, should technologies such as social media not help us develop social skills rather than social disorders? Contrary to popular belief, social media is actually not as ‘social’ as it may seem. According to a study conducted by the Consumer News and Business Channel, 54% of people feel lonely while they are on social media. Furthermore, since people primarily post the positive aspects of their life on social media, social media users feel that their lives are not as exciting and adventurous as they could be. This may lead to feelings of anxiety and insecurity.
There is no denying that through technology, humanity has been able to achieve great things and improve the overall standard of life for millions of people worldwide. However, it is important that technology is only used in moderation and that it never replaces the social interactions and relationships between