How does Technology affect us?
How does technology affect our actions? Does it cause symptoms of ADHD? Should we limit our screen time? Digital technology has changed our lives dramatically during the last three decades. People of all ages are now taking advantage of the massive amounts of internet information and communication platforms available to them. This technology allows us to generate, store, and process massive amounts of data while also allowing us to engage with one another quickly and efficiently. Unfortunately along with the benefits technology provides us, persistent use can have harmful effects on brain function and behavior. A number of studies have found a link between computer use or excessive screen time and symptoms of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). According to a meta-analysis published in 2014, there is a link between media use and attention issues. After 24 months of follow-up, a recent survey of teenagers who did not have symptoms of ADHD at the start of th...