With their eyes down and minds elsewhere, the undead exist among the living. They roam the streets, clumsy, standoffish and with crippled figures. They are unaware that for the past quarter-century, cell phones have taken over their lives. In reality, these diabolical devices have changed the entire nation, turning even the purest into digital deadwalkers. Everyone should realize cell phone addiction across the United States of America is causing numerous problems. Most notably, cellular devices are creating health risks for humankind, controlling people’s lives and behavior, and new social issues are arising from electronics like zombies out of the grave. Cell phone usage should, therefore, be less excessive and perhaps restricted. For the …show more content…
This is because new technology has made life less physically taxing on the body. Cars, for instance, were mass produced during the early twentieth century in the United States. They made it easier to travel, reducing the amount of energy exerted when they replaced other means of transportation. Cars have not only indirectly lent to the causes of obesity but have also taken away from society by increased pollution and an increase in the death rate. Similarly, phones are taking their own tolls on Americans. Instead of having to prepare their own food or go out to eat at restaurants, humans can now order a meal with a single tap of a button. Another health concern is the common posture for a person on their cell phone - the head in a lowered, forward position. However, this uncomfortable hunching results in an unnatural curvature of the neck and spine from the stress of extra weight put towards the front of the body. Pain and permanent damage to the structure of the vertebrae may also follow. In fact, kyphosis, ‘gamer’s neck,’ or ‘text neck’ may be seen often in teens and young adults, but this condition will affect a person’s life dramatically into old age. Equally detrimental …show more content…
Bullying, peer pressure, and other interactions were once customarily seen only in person. After the creation of computers and new technological inventions, these forms of negative communication make online harassment possible. The occurrence of cyberbullying has become more common since cell phones were invented, as phones provide a pathway to social media and instant messaging. Here at Norris, two visitors came to speak on behalf of their son who had decided to take his own life one night. Reid Alder fell victim to intimidation and cyberbullying after his ex-girlfriend threatened to post inappropriate pictures of him online. Parents, Dr. Mark and Jodi Alder, state that they knew something was deeply bothering Reid, but their son never expressed his feelings openly towards them in the months that led up to his death. This story illustrates how cowards will hide behind the protective layer of phone screens and then make fun of others in the cruelest ways. For individuals who experience these incidents, they may be more inclined to skip school, get in fights, take drugs or commit suicide. Reid’s story also shows sexting in a new light - a problem originating from the usage of cell phones. Applications like Snapchat are unintentionally facilitating the sexting culture without the knowledge of parents. While
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Undisputedly phones have quickly become indispensable objects which dominate our daily lives, leading to both addiction and dehumanized lives. However, many Americans during pressing times of the covid pandemic truly believe phones have had a positive impact on their life, as “59% of respondents agreed that their phone has been their lifeline during the pandemic, and a similar number say that it has kept them from feeling isolated and lonely” (Klaviyo). Compared to Victory Gin, phones can be a positive driving factor by connecting individuals, whereas alcohol only takes the pain away temporarily and ultimately brings the intoxicated back to their original state, if not worse. Although phones do have a constant presence in our lives does not mean that their presence is entirely harmful. Phones possess nearly endless abilities, the impact a phone has is entirely dependent on the actions of its user, not on the device.
In recent discussions of smartphones, a controversial issue has been how the excessive use of smartphones are affecting the adolescents of this generation. Jean M. Twenge argues in her article, “Have Smartphones Destroyed a Generation?” that the redundant use of these gadgets along with social media use is in fact detrimental to the current and upcoming generations. My experience using Snapchat, Instagram, and other applications on my smartphone supports Twenge’s stance because the excessive use of these applications has caused me to feel melancholic. According to Twenge, “Psychologically, however, they (iGens) are more vulnerable than Millennials were: Rates of teen depression and suicide have skyrocketed since 2011.
These days it is hard not to notice smartphones everywhere. Eyes,of both young and old alike, fixated on to hand held computer screens. Toddlers watching cartoons in grocery stores, phones lighting up windshields with directions from google maps, students checking facebook and snapchat between, or even during classes. It amazing one device is capable of so many functions, but yet it seems we over used them. These hand-held mini computers connect us to people and information with just one tap of a touch screen.
Cell Phones and Their Negative Impact Every day 6.8 billion people use a cell phone. With almost 91% of the world population using these devices, one would assume they are safe. They are not. Some would disagree, contradicting with how cell phones can improve your everyday life with health apps, reminders, etc.
Cell Phones: The average teenager who gets on their phone, just for a second, each hour has the same mind as a 30 year old cocaine addict. Teens have their minds tricked into thinking they can’t live without their cell phones and social media. Teens need to be able to talk to and connect with others and learn face-to-face communication skills. Nowadays teens can get harmed very easily, and teens do not really know who is on the other side of the screen. Studies have shown that phones can ruin lives with the blink of an eye.
Cell Phones Have you ever wondered why your parents would not get you a phone?. In Today’s technologically advanced world, it is pretty common that you have at least one or two connections between technology. However, most parents disagree assuming that technology is hurting the teen’s Childhood. Nevertheless, having a cell phone is a necessity in today’s modernized world. Some of the reasons are practicality, GPS tracking for parents to know where their kids are, and safety.
In contemporary world, smartphone are playing a very important role in human’s life. It’s a technology that keeps on developing everyday to make the life of each person easier. The impacts of smartphone are obvious include social life, business and pollution. Mobile technology has already changed the cultural specification and behaviour of each person especially in today. The impacts are both at the positive side and negative side.
Smartphones have become an important device in people's everyday lives. However, the excessive use of smartphones can hurt society. There are a few benefits that smartphones contribute to society. For example, some people may say that smartphones are a great tool for communication with family and friends or that they provide instant access to information or help. Despite the few advantages, these devices have created a growing problem on society such as distraction and mental health issues.