Ready to buy that latest iPhone, iPad, or game for Xbox for your children and yourself? Such great inventions! Fun for all, and a relief for us busy, tired parents who don’t feel like interacting with anyone, just a pleasant diversion. So, what’s the big deal?. Well...
Did you know that scientific studies now prove that the light emitted from the devices we use contain addictive properties?! It’s hard to stop. Say “stop” to a kid who is so into his machine and he/she will have a meltdown. Similar to withdrawal symptoms from a drug. The addiction to Xbox or an iPhone is powerful!
As if having a new addiction wasn’t bad enough, using devices to the extent that social interactions in the family and friends suffer, is creating a generation of kids and teens who feel isolated, socially awkward, and verbally inhibited. A sense of well-being is not bought at the Apple or Sony store. Happiness is achieved through connection - to another person, not a machine. Isolation and a feeling of emptiness are a common outcome of excessive use. Family members need to engage with each other more, otherwise depression and anxiety can start. Acting out behavior is next in other cases.
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An old, and I mean old, commercial used to be on TV after dinner. It said, “It’s 10:00 pm - do you know where your children are“? Nowadays, we need a commercial to say, “It’s 10:00 pm - do you know how long your children have been playing Xbox or on the internet? And do you know what games or websites?”
Technology is fun and recreational. It’s a balance between real life/relationships
