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Tech Obsessed
Most of us rely on technology so much
these days it has become an almost,
natural extension of our being. Our
computing devices have become so
intertwined in our lives that we can
sometimes feel incomplete and insecure
without them. I’ve heard of people
who have developed permanent fade
marks in the shape of a phone, worn
into the pocket of their demin jeans.
Digital technology has advanced to the
point where the easy and affordable
nature of access to online content is
bringing a rise in people struggling with
tech-driven behavioural addictions.
So how do you know if you’ve fallen
from a healthy ‘tech user’ to the ‘tech
obsessed’?
By far the most abused activity is
checking the phone in bed. Certainly,
there’s nothing wrong with wanting to
stay connected, but researchers say
that the bright displays from tablets
and phones is linked with increased
risk of sleep disorders, melatonin
suppression, and increase stress levels
– something you don’t want to have in
an environment dedicated to rest and
relaxation.
So, as tempting as it may be to check
your phone in bed, try to hold off by
turning it off. If you use your phone as
an alarm, then put your phone in ‘flight
mode’ or turn off Mobile/Wi-Fi data
access. If you must use your device in
bed then install a display dimmer like
“Twilight” or f.lux.
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